Russian Experts Pleased With Brazilian Space Program
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil (SPX) Feb 07, 2006
Russian experts have largely praised the progress of Brazil's space program after checking preparations for the maiden voyage of the South American country's first astronaut.
Venezuela Expels US Navy Attache Over Spy Claims
Caracas (AFP) Feb 02, 2006
Venezuelan has ordered the expulsion of the navy attache at the US embassy, with President Hugo Chavez accusing the officer of spying. Chavez identified the expelled US diplomat as Captain John Correa.
Analysis: South America Tilts Left
Washington (UPI) Dec 14, 2005 President George W. Bush took office in 2001 determined to make relations with Latin America a policy priority. He proclaimed the 21st century the "Century of the Americas." His first bilateral summit, symbolically, was with President Vicente Fox of Mexico. His first multiple international meeting was the Summit of the Americas in Montreal.
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Spain Defies US, Seals Arms Deal With Venezuela
Caracas (AFP) Nov 28, 2005 Spain signed an arms deal on Monday with Venezuela to supply military transport aircraft and patrol boats to Caracas as both governments dismissed objections by the United States.
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