A the "whale", as suggested by Mr Valadão, is a perfect metaphor, not only for Brazil but also for all Mercosur members.
B Mr Valadão and Mr Amorim agree that Brazil has been a responsible neighbour in South America.
C Mr Amorim endorses the idea that Brazil is a whale, acting on its own.
D the future of Brazil's foreign policy will be to side with a larger number of developing countries, even beyond South America's borders.
E Brazil is willing to cooperate with developed countries in order to widen its influence in South America.