When most countries are still facing economic problems, Brazil has seen their economy only advance. Perhaps all thanks to the leadership of President Luiz Incacio Lula da Silva, or Lula. Back in 2007 the economy experienced growth of 5.4%, and inflation was down to 3.6%.

Talking to investors they say that Brazil has the best economy when being compared to the BRIC nations. These are Brazil, Russia, India and China, and the mortgage problem didn't even affect the people of Brazil.

Which is awesome, in fact the banks are still in possession of the mortgages, where 70% of the Brazilians actually own their homes. It seems that the success is due to Lulu making his top priority that of the economic growth of his country.

The economy was one of President Lula most important task, many may say he let other things go on the wayside, but obviously he is doing a good job. Back in 2006 he won re-election after running away with the victory some 61% to only 39% for his opponent.

Paying off a year early, Brazil showed the world that they could thrive economically when they paid off the IMP, or International Monetary Fund. Not even losing half of the money when the final payment was made from the reserves of the country.

As with any policy there are people who complain about the effects that are felt in many areas. Saying that mostly the higher classes have felt the benefits from the economy. Stating also that education should be focused on, and that the public sector should be streamlined.

Helping out relations with the United States and other Latin countries, Brazil has made up three different organizations for this purpose. A shining star in the days where the economy has hurt most countries, perhaps we should all take a few lessons from President Lula and his ideas.