Lula's Leadership in Reviving Multilateralism Amidst Tariff Tensions
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has positioned himself as a leader advocating for multilateralism, opposing U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs. In an interview, Lula revealed plans to unite BRICS nations against unilateralism through discussions with leaders from India and China, emphasizing Brazil's pivotal role in this global dialogue.
In a bid to bolster multilateralism, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is spearheading a strategic dialogue among BRICS nations, opposing the unilateral tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
During an interview with Reuters, Lula emphasized the need for collective action, revealing plans to engage Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in discussions. He argued that smaller Latin American countries lack bargaining power against a unilateral U.S. approach.
With Brazil holding the BRICS presidency, Lula intends to unite emerging economies to address these challenges, despite Trump's accusations of the bloc being 'anti-American' and subsequent threats of increased tariffs.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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