U.S., Brazil Agree to Set up a Working Group on a Potential Trade Deal
The United States will submit a proposal in coming weeks as both sides seek a mutually acceptable agreement after July tariffs.
- On Wednesday, Brazil and Washington agreed to establish a working group following a meeting between Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira, Trade Minister Marcio Elias Rosa, and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.
- Washington announced in July tariffs of 25% on some Brazilian goods for alleged unfair trade practices, plus 12.5% tariffs linked to allegations of lax enforcement regarding forced labor bans.
- The meeting builds on bilateral engagement following an August phone call between President Donald Trump and Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
- Lula told CNN International earlier this month that Brazil does not intend to use its so-called reciprocity law over tariffs while trade talks continue.
- Washington will submit a proposal in the coming weeks setting out the scope of negotiations, including tariff and nontariff issues, according to a government statement.
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