Brazil's Lula Hits Back at Trump Over Tariffs, Invites Him to Visit
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva plants grapes amid tariff-hit goods and addresses Donald Trump in a video message.
BRASILIA: President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva addressed former U.S. President Donald Trump in a video message on Saturday, expressing hope that he could visit Brazil to 'get to know the true Brazil.' The South American country is currently facing 50-percent tariffs imposed by Washington, which have significantly impacted Brazilian exports.
Lula, Brazil's leftist leader, was seen planting grapes—among the goods affected by these tariffs—in his video message.
He extended an invitation to Trump, emphasizing the friendly nature of the Brazilian people and their connections with various nations globally.
This marks a notable escalation in trade tensions between the two countries, as the tariffs imposed on Brazil stand among the highest faced by a U.S. trading partner.
The measures against Brazil have been justified by political allegations, including claims of a 'witch hunt' against former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is currently facing trial for an alleged coup attempt against Lula in 2022.
The United States has also sanctioned the judge and several other Supreme Court magistrates involved in the case.
In response to these tariffs, which affect key Brazilian exports, Lula's administration has vowed to defend national sovereignty and combat the measures, including through legal appeals if necessary.
The imposition of such high tariffs disrupts centuries-old trade relationships and Brazil’s surplus from last year, valued at $284 million.
Lula concluded his message by emphasizing a commitment to planting food rather than violence or hate, expressing hope for a future dialogue with Trump to showcase the quality and values of the Brazilian people.
Lula, Brazil's leftist leader, was seen planting grapes—among the goods affected by these tariffs—in his video message.
He extended an invitation to Trump, emphasizing the friendly nature of the Brazilian people and their connections with various nations globally.
This marks a notable escalation in trade tensions between the two countries, as the tariffs imposed on Brazil stand among the highest faced by a U.S. trading partner.
The measures against Brazil have been justified by political allegations, including claims of a 'witch hunt' against former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is currently facing trial for an alleged coup attempt against Lula in 2022.
The United States has also sanctioned the judge and several other Supreme Court magistrates involved in the case.
In response to these tariffs, which affect key Brazilian exports, Lula's administration has vowed to defend national sovereignty and combat the measures, including through legal appeals if necessary.
The imposition of such high tariffs disrupts centuries-old trade relationships and Brazil’s surplus from last year, valued at $284 million.
Lula concluded his message by emphasizing a commitment to planting food rather than violence or hate, expressing hope for a future dialogue with Trump to showcase the quality and values of the Brazilian people.
