Fri Jul 18 01:55:11 UTC 2025: ## Summary:

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to impose 50% tariffs on Brazilian goods, calling it “unacceptable blackmail.”

## News Article:

**Lula Slams Trump’s Proposed 50% Tariffs on Brazil as “Unacceptable Blackmail”**

**BRASILIA -** Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Thursday strongly condemned former U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose a 50% tariff on goods imported from Brazil. Lula characterized the proposal as “unacceptable blackmail,” signaling potential tension between the two countries should Trump return to power.

While details surrounding Trump’s motivation for the proposed tariffs remain unclear, Lula’s strong response underscores the significance of trade relations between the U.S. and Latin America’s largest economy. The potential imposition of such high tariffs could significantly impact Brazilian exports and economic growth.

The comments come amidst speculation about the future of U.S. trade policy as the U.S. presidential election draws closer. Observers are now closely watching for further reactions from both the Brazilian government and the business community to this potentially disruptive proposal.

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