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China backs Brazil as looming Trump tariffs escalate trade tensions

By theStar in July 31, 2025 – Reading time 1 minute

China backs Brazil as looming Trump tariffs escalate trade tensions

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China offered to strengthen economic ties with Brazil on Monday and defend what it called “fairness” in global trade, days before sweeping US tariffs on Brazilian exports are set to take effect.

The move added another layer of diplomatic complications to a fast-deepening trade rift between Brasília and Washington. The tariffs are scheduled to begin on Friday .

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