He was the hero of the World Social Forum in 2002, but since then Brazilian president Lula has fallen from grace. Perhaps less because of the corruption scandal than because of his economic policies. At last year's Forum he attracted a full house when he launched the GCAP, but rumours are still flying that he is persona non grata this year, and that is why he's not coming.
Trade deals, Brexit and disaster capitalism
If you're tired of Brexit, you ain't seen nothing yet.
Is the UK joining Trumpland? Does this explain Boris Johnson's kamikaze EU negotiating strategy? And could beating this deal begin a challenge to the iniquities of the global economy?
Join us for a free live discussion at 5pm UK time, 24 September
In conversation:
Nick Dearden Director of Global Justice Now and author of 'Trade Secrets: The Truth about the US Trade Deal and How We Can Stop It'
Caroline Molloy Editor of openDemocracyUK and ourNHS
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