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South America | Government

The Union of South American Nations (UNASUR) is an intergovernmental union integrating two existing customs unions: Mercosur and the Andean Community of Nations, as part of a continuing process of South American integration. It is modelled on the European Union.

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During the first decade of the 21st century, South American governments have drifted to the political left, with socialist leaders being elected in Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Argentina, Ecuador, Bolivia, Paraguay, Peru and Venezuela. Most South American countries use free market policies, and it is taking an active path toward greater continental integration.

Recently, an intergovernmental entity has been formed which aims to merge the two existing customs unions: Mercosur and the Andean Community, thus forming the third-largest trade bloc in the world. This new political organization known as Union of South American Nations (UNASUR) seeks to establish free movement of people, economic development, a common defense policy and the elimination of tariffs.

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Member states

Argentina
Bolivia
Brazil
Chile
Colombia
Ecuador
Falkland Islands (UK)
French Guiana (France)
Guyana
Paraguay
Peru
South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands (UK)
Suriname
Uruguay
Venezuela