INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
views Brazilian policies as a direct threat to U.S
Hassett made this statement in a Sunday interview on July 13, 2025.Trump imposed a 50% tariff on all Brazilian imports, effective August 1,
He seeks to encourage domestic U.S
production.The measure persists until Brazil proposes a stronger agreement
Bolsonaro stands accused of plotting a coup after his 2022 election defeat.Authorities claim Bolsonaro orchestrated violent efforts to
A guilty verdict could mean up to 43 years behind bars
Brazil levies 14% average tariffs on American goods
counters with just 3.5% on Brazilian items.Trump Frustrated with Brazil Trade Talks, Labels Policies a Security ThreatOfficial data shows a
trade surplus with Brazil of $7.4 billion in 2024
Brazil shipped $42.3 billion in products like coffee, orange juice, beef, Embraer planes, and steel
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He pledges matching countermeasures via new legislation
diplomat for clarification
Lula readies retaliatory tariffs by July 15
pressure.Bolsonaro proposes amnesty for the January 8 unrest to calm markets
Experts forecast 20-30% higher U.S
prices on Brazilian goods.Without resolution, Brazil risks $10-15 billion yearly export losses
Tensions could ignite a wider trade conflict and disrupt supplies
They demand fair exchanges in deals
Countries build power through surpluses and homegrown output.This strategy cuts foreign dependence
It wields economic might for safety needs
Balanced trade averts weaknesses that erode strength.This clash underscores tariffs as weapons for equity and loyalty
It molds markets, hikes daily expenses, and tests alliances amid political strife.
