2001-12-13 There is no reason why such a trade association can not still take place, but excluding the USA. By the Spanish and Portuguese speaking nations of South America forming a quasi-union, they can be a more effective voice when it comes to dealing with giants like the US. In this case they can tell the US what to do and what system of measurement they will tolerate with in their area.
A United front is more effective against an stronger power then a divided one. I hope they reconsider their move and still consider a move to unify to some degree. John ----- Original Message ----- From: "Ma Be" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "U.S. Metric Association" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thursday, 2001-12-13 11:02 Subject: [USMA:16626] Extra, extra... Great news!... > I've just learned that several countries in South America have strongly positioned themselves against the future ALCA (FTAA) due to the very protectionist content of America's recently approved "fast track" piece of legislation. > > Brazil, in particular, has even passed a motion yesterday afternoon in urgency character to require our government to stop any future negotiations for the implementation of ALCA. All our President and key ministers, specially Mr. Pratini from Agriculture, already made strong statements affirming that, as it now stands, ALCA is DEAD, period!!! > > These are great news indeed! I salute this development immensely as I'm dead against this hideous unilateral FT agreement that would only benefit the rich and powerful! Alas!... Death to ifp!... :-( > > Marcus > > > Get 250 color business cards for FREE! > http://businesscards.lycos.com/vp/fastpath/ >
