外媒：世贸组织确认巴西已就美国关税措施启动争端磋商程序

Core Viewpoint - Brazil has initiated dispute consultation procedures with the World Trade Organization (WTO) against the United States, claiming that the U.S. tariff measures violate multiple trade agreements [1] Group 1: Trade Relations - On August 11, the WTO confirmed Brazil's complaint regarding U.S. tariffs [1] - Brazil's President Lula stated that the U.S. has no authority to impose a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods [1] - The U.S. government issued an executive order on July 30, imposing a 40% tariff on Brazilian imports starting August 6, raising the total tariff rate on most Brazilian products to 50% [1] Group 2: Economic Impact - Brazil plans to implement emergency measures to mitigate the economic and social impacts of the U.S. tariffs [1] - The affected Brazilian products include meat, coffee, and fruits, which are significant to Brazil's export economy [1]