Brazil Turns to China Trade Deal After Trump’s Tariffs, as Years of Resistance End The news from Brasilia is stark, reflecting a seismic shift in regional dynamics.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has agreed to accelerate negotiations for a Mercosur China agreement alongside Chinese President Xi Jinping, ending years of resistance.
This reversal comes at an opportune time, with Washington's protectionist policies under Donald Trump creating an environment conducive to closer ties between Brazil and China.