Geraldo Alckmin

Geraldo Alckmin is the current Vice-President of Brazil, serving alongside President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, a partnership that began in 2022 and is projected to continue into the 2026 elections. He is also acting as Brazil's trade chief. Alckmin's recent notability stems from his involvement in key governmental decisions, particularly in international trade and economic policy. He recently signed off on anti-dumping duties on Chinese steel products and hypodermic needles, following investigations that found these imports were being sold at unfairly low prices, harming Brazilian domestic producers. These measures, approved by the government’s foreign trade committee, will be in place for up to five years. Furthermore, the political landscape in Brazil is shifting as the country prepares for upcoming presidential elections, with Lula confirming Alckmin as his running mate again. This highlights Alckmin's continued relevance and significance within the Brazilian government and his role in shaping the country's economic and political future.