US President indicates that Treasury Secretary and US Trade Representative will work on negotiations
The president of the United States, (Republican Party), stated that he must establish trade agreements with Brazil during a bilateral meeting with the president (PT). The meeting took place this Sunday (October 26, 2025), in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, before the Asean (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) summit.
The North American leader highlighted the good relationship between the countries and signaled a possible improvement in diplomatic relations. It was the 2nd meeting between the presidents in less than 2 months, after one (United Nations) in September.
“I think we will make an agreement with Brazil. We get along very well”Trump said at the meeting. He indicated that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will work on trade negotiations between the countries.
“We have a lot of respect for your president, as you know, a lot of respect for Brazil. We’re probably going to close some deals. I’ll let these guys work on it, but I think we’re going to close some deals.”said the Republican, pointing to his commercial representatives.
The dialogue takes place in a context of commercial tension between the countries. In August, the US government. The measure was adopted after Trump made threats related to the trial of the former president (PL), who was later accused of planning a coup d’état.
The meeting between the presidents this Sunday (Oct 26) ended without the North American additional 50% for Brazilian products. However, he agreed to negotiate the rates.
The meeting had a friendly tone, with the Republican listening more than talking. It started around 4:40 am (3:50 pm local time) and ended at 5:36 am (4:36 pm local time).
