Good intentions are a starting point, but both Washington and Brasilia must deliver results, writes COA’s Eric Farnsworth for World Politics Review.

The Senate is discussing a bill that would allow for greater participation by foreign firms in Petrobras’ offshore oil exploration. 

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The troubles in each of the four member nations are taking a political toll and thus reducing their abilities to prioritize the Pacific Alliance,” comments COA’s Eric Farnsworth.