Response to the American country was sent this Monday (18th); Trump government has opened investigation against Brazil for unfair practices
The government of the president (PT) responded on Monday (18.ago.2025) to the United States that PIX aims at the security of the financial system, without discriminating foreign companies. The statement contained in the response sent to the UTR (Office of the Commercial Representative of the United States), which for unfair practices.
Signed by Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira, the document has 91 pages and was released. The text reinforces the position that Brazil maintains good business practices and does not adopt discriminatory or restrictive measures against the United States. Read the document (PDF – 1 MB) and from Itamaraty (PDF – 189 KB).
The Brazilian government also disputes the legitimacy of actions of the US commercial office, saying there is no legal or factual basis that supports the allegations of the government of President Donald Trump (Republican Party).
Asked by the Trump administration in July, the investigation seeks to investigate possible Brazilian practices that can negatively affect US companies, especially in sectors such as digital payment systems (pix), ethanol, intellectual property (piracy) and deforestation.
Regarding Pix, the Brazilian defense stated that administration by the BC (Central Bank) ensures neutrality to the instant payment system. The document says other central banks, including the US, the Fed (Federal Reserve), test similar tools.
“In fact, different governments are taking the initiative to provide the infrastructure for instant electronic payments, including the European Union, India and the United States. The Federal Reserve of the United States in particular has recently introduced Fednow, a system that offers pix -like features.”says the document.
Lack of legal basis
Brazil argues that there is no legal or factual basis that supports US allegations. According to the Brazilian government, the unilateral measures provided for in section 301 of the 1974 Commerce Law in the United States may impair the multilateral trade system and negatively affect bilateral relations.
“In its manifestation, Brazil reiterates that it does not recognize the legitimacy of unilateral instruments such as Section 301, which are inconsistent with the rules and system of dispute solution of the World Trade Organization (WTO). Brazilian participation in the process is in a spirit of dialogue and clarification of facts and does not constitute recognition of the validity or jurisdiction of the procedure.”reported the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a note after the defense of the defense.
The text points out that the commercial relationship with the United States is mutually beneficial and that the US economy has a historical surplus in trade with Brazil.
This statement, according to the Brazilian government, reinforces Brazil’s view that its economic and regulatory policies are compatible with the international standards established by the WTO (World Trade Organization).
“Brazil has undertaken significant legal, regulatory and institutional reforms in the various sectors in recent years. This investigation of Section 301 and any United States actions that may result in it threaten the progress obtained through these Brazilian initiatives and, therefore, prevent the alleged objectives of USTR by starting this investigation.”
Piracy
Regarding the accusation of piracy and violation of intellectual property through walking trade, the Lula government reported that Brazil maintains and reinforces “robustly” a comprehensive legal regime to protect intellectual property rights.
The Brazilian government maintained that it fulfills international standards and maintains regulatory frameworks in line with WTO agreements.
According to the document, the reforms promoted by the Brazilian government in sectors considered sensitive by the US were intended to align with multilateral rules, without prejudice to the competitiveness or the US interests.
Social media
The Trump government also questioned the blockade of US social networks and the suspension of profiles determined by the Brazilian justice.
In response, the Brazilian government denied that court decisions, including orders from the (Supreme Court), resulted in discriminatory measures that undermine the right of US companies to work in Brazil or to compete in global markets.
The document also says that the imposition of fines and coercive measures is standard of the rule of law adopted by Brazil, as it occurs in the United States.
According to the defense of Brazil, the one, mentioned in the US prosecution, represents a generic rule that regulates the legal responsibility of all companies, regardless of its origin, without specifically aimed at the United States or any other country.
Deforestation and ethanol
Regarding ethanol, Brazil stated that its policies are aligned with multilateral commitments. The document argues that, historically, the country has maintained low tariffs on ethanol import as a condition for being part of the WTO.
Regarding deforestation, the government stressed that its environmental actions do not constitute commercial restrictions or obstacles to the competitiveness of US companies, mentioning the effort to preserve the environment without impairing the free circulation of products or promoting discrimination.
Aeronautics
About aeronautical products, Brazil says it applies zero tariff to the American items that enter the country. The document argues that Brazilian aeronautics companies have created jobs in the United States.
Next Steps
The Brazilian response is under USTR analysis. The agency will hold a public hearing on September 3, in which representatives of companies, entities and government agencies will present arguments. The final decision will be up to Donald Trump’s government.
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