In response to the recent threats from US President Donald Trump from imposing up to 50% tariffs on Brazilian products, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva reaffirmed Brazil’s sovereignty and the independence of his institutions. In response on social network X on Wednesday night (9), Lula pointed out that the country will not accept being protected by any nation.
“Brazil is a sovereign country with independent institutions that will not accept being protected by anyone,” said the president. Lula stressed that the judicial process against those who would have planned a coup d’état is the exclusive jurisdiction of Brazilian courts and is not subject to external interference or threats that may hurt the independence of national institutions.
The president also made a point of differentiating freedom of expression from aggression or violent practices, reinforcing Brazil’s commitment to respect for democratic freedoms. “In Brazil, freedom of expression is not confused with aggression or violent practices,” he said.
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Regarding the unilaterally announced tariffs by the US, Lula was emphatic: “Any unilateral rate of tariff elevation will be answered in the light of the Brazilian Economic Reciprocity Law.” The president made it clear that the defense of the interests of the Brazilian people is uncompromising and guides the country’s posture in international relations.
“Sovereignty, respect and uncompromising defense of the interests of the Brazilian people are the values that guide our relationship with the world,” concluded Lula, reaffirming Brazil’s firm position in the face of external pressures.
