Brazil Seeks WTO Consultation Over U.S. Tariffs

Brazil's Vice President Geraldo Alckmin announced that the trade chamber Camex's council of ministers approved a request for a WTO consultation over U.S. tariffs on Brazilian goods. The final decision rests with President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

Brazil's Vice President Geraldo Alckmin revealed that a council of ministers from the trade chamber Camex has approved a request aimed at consulting the World Trade Organization. This move comes in response to the tariffs imposed by the United States on Brazilian products.

Alckmin made this statement in front of reporters in Brasilia, emphasizing that the ultimate decision to proceed with the WTO consultation rests with President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

The proposed consultation highlights ongoing trade tensions between Brazil and the United States, as Brazil seeks to challenge the tariffs under international trade laws.