Summary
President Donald Trump spoke with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to discuss a 40 percent trade tariff the U.S. imposed on Brazilian imports. They exchanged phone numbers for direct communication, and Lula invited Trump to a climate summit in Brazil. Both leaders have been in conflict over the tariffs, which Trump implemented after expressing concern about prosecutorial actions against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.
Key Facts
- President Trump and President Lula had a 30-minute phone call about trade tensions.
- The U.S. imposed a 40 percent additional tariff on Brazilian imports.
- Lula invited Trump to a climate summit in Belem, Brazil.
- Trump cited Brazil's prosecution of former President Jair Bolsonaro as a reason for the tariffs.
- The U.S. already has a trading surplus with Brazil.
- Trump ordered an investigation into Brazil for unfair trade practices.
- Both leaders are considering meeting in person later this month.
