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Trump launches probe into Brazil's 'unfair' trade practices
BRAZIL, JUL 16 – The investigation targets Brazil's alleged retaliation against U.S. digital firms, preferential tariffs, and environmental enforcement failures amid a $7.4 billion U.S. trade surplus in 2024.
- Last week, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed plans to impose a 50% duty on imports from Brazil beginning August 1 as part of efforts to address trade-related issues.
- The tariff follows the launch of a Section 301 investigation into Brazil's 'unfair' trade practices directed by Trump.
- The investigation targets Brazil's tariff and non-tariff barriers, attacks on American social media companies, and preferential treatment in trade policies.
- U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated that Brazil's tariffs and other trade restrictions warrant a comprehensive review and may lead to appropriate measures.
- Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva vowed to reciprocate any tariff increases and plans to challenge the U.S. tariff with the WTO and BRICS partners.
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