Overview

• The presidents crossed paths at the UN in New York and agreed to meet as soon as possible to discuss the tariff dispute, with no date or format confirmed.
• Trump praised Lula as “very nice” and said there was “chemistry” between them, a tone shift that Brazilian officials say could unlock a solution.
• U.S. measures, including tariffs that reach about 50% on key Brazilian exports, remain in force as Washington links them to Jair Bolsonaro’s prosecution.
• Lula said the conversation will have no limits but reaffirmed that Brazil’s sovereignty is non-negotiable, and Economy Minister Fernando Haddad vowed he will not accept humiliation.
• Vice President Geraldo Alckmin noted that eight of Brazil’s ten most purchased U.S. products face zero tariffs and voiced confidence the new rapport can help resolve the impasse, even as Bolsonaro allies register surprise.