Lula and Putin discuss peace in Ukraine before US summit
FEDERAL DISTRICT, BRAZIL, AUG 9 – Lula and Putin discussed BRICS cooperation, recent peace efforts in Ukraine, and coordinated responses to U.S. tariffs amid rising trade tensions, officials said.
- Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed cooperation among BRICS countries and peace efforts in Ukraine during a call initiated by Putin, as per Lula's office.
- Lula's office stated that the discussion included strategies to strengthen their strategic partnership amidst U.S. tariffs imposed by Donald Trump on Brazilian goods.
- Lula confirmed Brazil would not retaliate against the U.S. tariffs but plans to call BRICS leaders to discuss a joint response after Trump added 50% tariffs on Brazilian goods, causing trade reevaluation.
- The conversation reflects ongoing diplomatic efforts, including discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to boost trade between Brazil and India to over US$20 billion by 2030.
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Lula, Putin discuss stronger Brazil-Russia ties in phone call
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By Uriel Blanco, CNN en Español Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva held a phone call with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, on Saturday. Several topics were discussed, including the Kremlin's ongoing talks with the United States regarding the war in Ukraine, the Brazilian presidency said in a statement. During the call, which lasted about 40 minutes, "Putin shared information about his ongoing talks with the United States and r…
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