THE CRAFTY SUPERPOWER.

BRAZILIAN politics & government, 2003-; ECONOMIC conditions in Brazil, 1985-; LULA, 1945-; BRAZILIAN foreign relations, 1985-; SOUTH American politics & government, 1980-; INTERNATIONAL relations

BRAZIL; SOUTH America

The article discusses the political and economic progress of Brazil and examines the role of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in the rising fortunes of Brazil. The status and role of Brazil in South American relations is described and the contribution of Brazil to the international group known as G5 is explored. Details are also provided about Brazil's increasing international influence and their ability to limit the influence of the U.S. in South American politics.