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Lula Urges Trump to Restart Trade Talks on Tariffs

8/24/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva urged President Donald Trump to resume trade talks over U.S. tariffs.
Lula said the 25% tariff and extra 12.5% surcharge were unfounded and harmed both economies.
Trump said strong commercial ties matter and proposed senior officials meet soon.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer then contacted Brazil’s trade ministry to arrange a meeting.

History

Historical Context

In March 2002 the United States imposed steel tariffs of up to 30 % on Brazilian imports, leading Brazil and other countries to bring a WTO challenge. On 11 Nov 2003 the WTO ruled the duties violated U.S. commitments and authorized over $2 billion in sanctions, prompting Washington to lift the tariffs by 4 Dec 2003 and highlighting the danger of trade measures for U.S.–Brazil ties.

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Story summary

Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva urged President Donald Trump to resume trade talks over U.S. tariffs.
Lula said the 25% tariff and extra 12.5% surcharge were unfounded and harmed both economies.
Trump said strong commercial ties matter and proposed senior officials meet soon.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer then contacted Brazil’s trade ministry to arrange a meeting.

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