Puerto Iguazú (Argentina), July 9, 2004 (Agência Brasil) - President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva affirmed yesterday (8) that he does not consider Argentina's restrictions on imports of Brazilian household appliances a problem. "This is the result of growth in the economy and growth in trade relations between the two countries," the President declared at the conclusion of the 26th Summit Meeting of Mercosur Heads of State.

"God grant that other problems arise in consequence of our economic growth. What is important is for Brazil and Argentina to be aware that Brazilian industry and Argentinean industry need to grow," the President remarked.

Lula said that he confides in the efforts of the two countries' Ministers to resolve the problem.

Reporter: Carolina Pimentel
Translator: David Silberstein