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U.S. Launches Trade Probe Into Brazil Amid Rising Tariff Tensions
The U.S. has opened a formal investigation into Brazils trade practices, escalating tensions after President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports starting August 1. U.S.
Brazil President Lula Says Country Can Survive Without US Trade Amid Trump’s Tariff Threat
Brazil President Lula responds to Trump’s 50% tariff on Brazilian imports, asserting Brazil’s ability to survive without US trade and vowing to defend national sovereignty.
Brazil to enact new reciprocal tariff law amid US trade tensions
Lula’s Chief of Staff, Rui Costa, said the decree will be published in Brazil's official gazette on Tuesday. The announcement comes days after US President Donald Trump said he would place a 50% tariff on Brazilian exports.
Trump signals 50% tariff on Brazil amid political tensions and trade disputes
US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that new trade duties will have a minimum rate of 15%, with the possibility of reaching 50%, and suggested that Brazil will be the only country subjected to the maximum rate among those that received letters in the past few weeks.
Brazil Vs US: Lula mocks Trump with ‘Gringo’ remark after 50% Tariff Threat
In a heated escalation of trade tensions between Brazil and the United States, President Lula da Silva has defiantly rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats of a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods.
Trump Administration Launches Probe into Brazil’s Trade Practices Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions
The Trump administration has launched a trade investigation into Brazil over unfair policies harming American workers, companies, and digital platforms.
Lula reiterates Brazil is prepared to talk with Trump as US tariffs threat looms
With one week left before the U.S. imposes a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva sent another public message to U.S.
US Seeks New Legal Grounds for Trump’s Brazil Tariff Threat
President Donald Trump’s administration is preparing a new emergency declaration as a basis for tariffs on Brazil, people familiar with the matter say.
Brazil Scrambles as U.S. Tariff Deadline Looms, Talks Stall
Brazil is scrambling to avert punishing 50% U.S. tariffs in a week's time, but high level talks are stalled and U.S. companies are reluctant to confront U.S. President Donald Trump over the issue, officials and industry leaders say.
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US Launches Trade Investigation Against Brazil Amid Tensions
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Brazil producers look to halt pig iron output as US tariff threat crimps demand
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Brazil warns US tariffs could derail trade talks ahead of August 1 deadline
Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad said on Monday that negotiations with the United States are ongoing.
Fed under pressure: Powell to lead rate decision amid trade tensions and presidential calls for cuts
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Brazil triples rare earth exports to China as Washington-Beijing rift ripples through trade
In first half of 2025, exports reach US$6.7 million, which analysts view as sign of China’s bid to diversify access to ...