President of the United States also cited China and India as nations that impose many taxes on Americans and says it will counteract similar measures
Recently, the president of the United States, brought Brazil to the center of a controversial discourse, accusing the country of imposing high on American products. In response, Trump threatened to retaliate, suggesting the possibility of imposing tariffs on Brazilian products entering the US. He argued that they are being harmed by excessive tariffs not only in Brazil, but also from other economic powers such as China and India. The US president highlighted the principle of reciprocity, suggesting that the United States could adopt similar measures to those of the countries that impose tariffs on their products.
“We will put rates in foreign countries and people who really want to hurt us,” Donald Trump said during a Florida speech at a Republican event. “China is a great creator of tariffs. India, Brazil… so many countries. So let’s not let this happen more, because we will put America first, always put America first. Let’s establish a very fair system where money will enter our coffers and America will be rich again, ”he added.
The commercial relationship between Brazil and the United States is of great importance, with the country of North America figuring as one of the main consumer markets for Brazilian products. On the other hand, Brazil is also a major importer of American products. In the Planalto Palace, the situation is being analyzed with caution, but so far there are no indications of imminent changes in Brazilian tariff policy. The vice president of Brazil, Geraldo Alckmin, who also holds the position of Minister of Industry and Commerce, minimized Trump’s criticism. He stressed the long history of partnership between the two countries and stressed that the United States is the largest investor in Brazil.
Alckmin emphasized that the trade balance between the two countries is balanced, with Brazil exporting $ 40 billion to the United States last year, while Americans exported US $ 40.5 billion to Brazil. He argued that foreign trade should be beneficial for both parties. Experts suggest that Trump’s stance may be an attempt to pressure Brazil to align their economic policies with the interests of the United States. The Lula government has sought to maintain a diplomatic and pragmatic approach in its international relations, avoiding hasty reactions.
*With information from Luciana Verdolin
*Report produced with the aid of AI
