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MERCOSUR was born as an instrument of economic integration, through the Assumption Treaty. The idea was to increase the commercial relations of its members and to gain strength in the scope of international negotiations through the creation of a free trade zone. At first, the block's success was evident. This is because in fact commercial relations have grown significantly. Over the years, there was a stagnation of the bloc regarding its initial ideas of creating a free trade zone, which generated quite critical of its existence. The discussion is valid, just as the progress achieved is undeniable. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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