Overview
- Lula said he expects to meet President Trump in Washington in the first week of March to discuss trade, immigration, investment and university partnerships.
- He called for noninterference in other nations’ affairs and insisted all countries be treated equally, saying Brazil seeks peace and jobs rather than confrontation.
- The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6–3 that a 1977 law does not authorize the president to impose unilateral tariffs, prompting Trump to say he will pursue a 15% global levy.
- Without weighing in on the court’s decision, Lula said he believes Brazil–U.S. relations can return to normalcy after their conversation.
- Signs of easing tensions include U.S. exemptions for key Brazilian exports from earlier 40% tariffs, while Lula’s India trip yielded agreements on critical minerals and rare earths.