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May 09Lula and his BRIC
Lula, he may resemble Santa Claus more than Chavez or Arias do, and maybe because of that he is generally well liked everywhere he wishes go. He symbolizes the might of the Southern Cone and makes up for the Argentinian political fiascoes, the general irrelevance of Paraguay and in his association with Chaves, even passes on some of his political moderation on. And on occasion of his friend Mauricio Funes assuming the presidency of El Salvador Lula has designed something of a Central American tour, passing by Costa Rica before heading back south.
As member of the so-called BRIC, Lula posses great chance of political and economic alliance for Arias, who has wished to strengthen his bonds with Asia, specially China. The once factory worker also poses great promises of direct exchange of ideas and goods with Costa Rica, for which the circumstances of Etanol would suit fine to national policies.
Arias had already paid a visit to Lula during 2008 and now his brazilian counterpart will be arrive not short from the emotional atmosphere of the PLN convention. His visit will be regarded in all official manner and several activities have been planned in San Jose for the occasion.