Trump and Lula hold phone call to discuss US tariffs on Brazil, sanctions

Al JazeeraCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by Brian OsgoodDecember 3, 2025 at 02:20 AM

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In December 2025, US President Donald Trump and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva held a phone call signaling improving relations after months of tension. The 40-minute conversation focused on reducing trade barriers and combating international organized crime. Lula emphasized the need for US cooperation, while Trump pledged his support for joint initiatives. This call builds upon a previous meeting between the two leaders in September at the UN General Assembly. Relations between the two countries had been strained after Trump's return to the White House, particularly due to Brazil's investigation of former President Jair Bolsonaro. Both leaders expressed optimism about the future of the US-Brazil partnership.

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Brazil ×470% United States ×380% Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva ×5100% Donald Trump ×4100%

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donald trump 100% lula da silva 100% brazil 90% us-brazil relations 80% us tariffs 70% jair bolsonaro 60% organized crime 60% political tensions 50% trade barriers 50% asean summit 40%