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"The key opponent to establishing a Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA) is Venezuelan leader Hugo Chavez, who came to the summit vowing to 'bury' FTAA.

However, the US faces opposition from several Latin American countries - including host nation Argentina - who say the plan could damage their economies.

A compromise was still being sought behind closed doors last night as US President George W Bush left the summit - which has been overshadowed by anti-US protests - for a trip to Brazil."

Americas Don't Buy Bush Plan for Trade