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Against that backdrop of uncertainty, Brazil faces what are sure to be difficult negotiations on rescheduling its debt payments. Sarney will be under political pressure to take a tough line. Says Brazilian Labor Leader Jair Meneguelli: "You can't fill the bankers' bellies and the people's bellies at the same time." On their side, the creditors may be sympathetic, and if the talks go well, will consider giving Brazil new loans. But their patience will not last indefinitely. Says a U.S. banker based in Sao Paulo: "The banks want Brazil to admit it has problems, show a feasible plan...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: No More Blood in the Stone | 3/2/1987 | See Source »

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