Perhaps most troubling is President Clinton's comment to Brazilian leaders that they "share our basic values" - expanded trade, democracy and environmental protection.

But Brazilian leaders complain that Washington's restrictions have inhibited foreign investment, particularly by Americans.

But if the Brazilian leaders appear to have stood up for the nation's needs, an agreement is possible, they said.

Markets took the change of plans as a sign of the fund's displeasure at a lack of direction by Brazilian leaders.

Inácio Henrique de Gouveia was a Brazilian military leader.

Ecuadorean leaders publicly backed Plan Colombia, despite their concerns, but Brazilian leaders told her they would not contribute to the program.

"We don't want any restriction that wounds Mercosul," the Brazilian leader said.

He was also opposed to gambling and the popular Brazilian religious leader, Alziro Zarur.

Brazilian leaders, who have been leading the charge for greater access to the farm markets of wealthy nations, were similarly cool.

Brazilian leaders also complain about tariffs on orange juice, which amount to nearly 40 percent of the selling price.