Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, left, walks with Colombia's President Alvaro Uribe as they arrive for a press conference in Sopo, north of Bogota, Saturday, July 19, 2008. Lula is on a two-day official visit to Colombia.
Associated Press Writer
(Published: July 20, 2008)
The presidents of Brazil and Colombia vowed Saturday to boost trade and investment between their nations ahead of crucial world trade talks next week.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva urged Colombia and other South American countries to increase regional trade ties "so we aren't left dependent on a single partner," such as the U.S. or European Union.
