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Lula to Propose Brazil-US Data Pact Targeting Smugglers

5/6/2026

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President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will propose a data-sharing pact with President Donald Trump at Thursday’s Washington meeting, which follows a postponed March visit.
Vice President Geraldo Alckmin said the pact will connect Brazil’s tax authority data with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
The link targets illicit weapons and narcotics shipments.
Lula’s security emphasis supports his bid for a second term in the October 2026 election.

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President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will propose a data-sharing pact with President Donald Trump at Thursday’s Washington meeting, which follows a postponed March visit.
Vice President Geraldo Alckmin said the pact will connect Brazil’s tax authority data with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
The link targets illicit weapons and narcotics shipments.
Lula’s security emphasis supports his bid for a second term in the October 2026 election.