Brazil condemns US move to impose 25% tariffs next week

The Trump administration is imposing twenty-five percent tariffs on certain Brazilian products, citing an investigation into unfair trade practices. President Lula's government swiftly repudiated the decision and denied engaging in any unfair trading. Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the tariffs, arguing that Lula's policies are damaging for both Americans and Brazilians. The Guardian reports as the two nations clash over trade policy.

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