【环球财经】巴西启动对美关税报复程序

Core Points - The Brazilian government has officially initiated the Economic Equivalence Law process in response to the United States imposing a 50% tariff on Brazilian exports [1] - President Lula expressed a desire to resolve the dispute through negotiations, despite preparing countermeasures [1] - Brazil's Foreign Ministry has been authorized to investigate whether the U.S. unilateral tariff actions meet the conditions for the Economic Equivalence Law, with a technical analysis report due within 30 days [1] Summary by Sections Economic Measures - Brazil is set to implement countermeasures against the U.S. tariffs, which have increased from 10% to an additional 40%, affecting 35.6% of Brazilian goods exported to the U.S. [1] - The total potential tariff on these goods could reach 50% [1] Diplomatic Efforts - President Lula emphasized the importance of dialogue, stating that Brazil is willing to engage in discussions with the U.S. at any time [1] - The Brazilian government has already approached the World Trade Organization regarding the tariffs, but is also pursuing domestic legal mechanisms due to the lengthy international processes [1] Regional Relations - The Brazilian Vice President, Alckmin, indicated that the activation of the Economic Equivalence Law could encourage the U.S. to expedite dialogue [2]