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Lula and Trump hold talks to resolve U.S. tariffs on Brazil

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and U.S. President Donald Trump held an 80-minute telephone conversation to address escalating trade tensions and international security. The discussion, described by the Brazilian government as “friendly and cordial,” focused on resolving the recent imposition of U.S. tariffs on Brazilian products, which include rates of 25% and 12.5%.

Lula rejected the U.S. justifications for these tariffs—which cite concerns over deforestation, corruption, the Pix payment system, ethanol, and forced labor—calling them “unfounded.” Trump expressed a desire to maintain strong commercial ties and proposed that technical delegations from both nations meet as soon as possible to resume trade negotiations. Brazilian ministers are expected to meet with the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative next week to continue these talks.

On security matters, Lula expressed interest in cooperating with the U.S. to combat organized crime, though he emphasized that criminal factions should not be classified as terrorist organizations. He highlighted Brazil’s success in using financial measures to weaken these groups, noting seizures of approximately R$ 17 billion. The leaders also discussed the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, with both agreeing on the importance of seeking negotiated solutions, specifically through the UN Security Council.

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Amcham Brasil · Brazil · Comando Vermelho · Donald Trump · Hugo Motta · Jair Bolsonaro · Jamieson Greer · Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva · Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services · Márcio Elias Rosa · Office of the United States Trade Representative · Palácio do Planalto

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NOTA À IMPRENSA [minutomt.com.br]