巴西推出“巴西主权计划”应对美国加征关税

Core Points - Brazil's President Lula announced the launch of the "Brazil Sovereignty Plan" to counteract the impact of increased U.S. tariffs, aiming to protect exports, safeguard jobs, encourage investment in strategic sectors, and ensure sustainable economic development [1] Group 1: Economic Measures - The Brazilian government will allocate 30 billion reais (approximately 5.56 billion USD) from the export guarantee fund as credit support, prioritizing low-interest loans for companies severely affected by U.S. tariffs, including small and medium-sized enterprises [1] - Companies significantly impacted will be allowed to defer federal tax payments, and the government will extend the tax refund period for businesses that originally planned to export to the U.S., facilitating their product sales to other countries [1] - The government plans to modernize the export guarantee system and increase support for medium-high technology and green economy export companies [1] Group 2: Employment and Labor Rights - A National Employment Monitoring Committee will be established to track employment situations in companies and related supply chains affected by U.S. tariff measures, enhancing labor rights protection and ensuring job stability [1] Group 3: Trade Partnerships - Brazil aims to strengthen cooperation with trade partners outside the U.S. to reduce export dependence on the U.S. The country has completed negotiations with the EU and the European Free Trade Association, is negotiating with the UAE and Canada, and is maintaining dialogue with India and Vietnam [1] - In less than three years, Brazil has opened 397 new export markets [1] Group 4: Diplomatic Relations - The Brazilian government reiterated its commitment to maintaining constructive dialogue with the U.S. to resolve differences through negotiations, protecting the rights of businesses, workers, and consumers [2]