The President-Elect's Radio Address
12/19/2008
https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu...
Strengthening the economic and commercial relationship between the U.S. and Brazil will allow both countries to grow.
I set a goal of doubling our exports by the end of 2014.
We are connected to Central and South America not just by a common geography, but by common interests and values.
The U.S. has successfully pushed for major emerging economies, such as Brazil, to play a greater role in global economic affairs.