Foreign Trade
Trump imposes 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran
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US President Donald Trump announced on Monday (12) a 25% tariff on commercial transactions with countries doing business with Iran, effective immediately and impacting Brazil, a key exporter of agricultural products to Tehran. The decision comes amid violent protests in Iran, with 648 deaths recorded since December 28, escalating geopolitical tensions. The Brazilian government is awaiting details of the executive order to respond.
The Autoridade Portuária de Santos (APS) estimates that the port handled 185 million tons in 2025, marking the ninth consecutive year of records. This volume represents a 2.8% growth from 2024 and would be the highest in the history of Latin America's main port complex. Despite criticisms about infrastructure, the entity highlights investments and efficiency.