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.
China's foreign trade rose 18.3 percent year-on-year to 7.73 trillion yuan in the first two months of 2026, economists say this will underpin the country's growth target and provide stability for the global economy. Exports increased 19.2 percent, while imports grew 17.1 percent, reflecting improved global demand and domestic industrial strengths.
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A Brazilian economist has criticized the recent increase in import taxes, arguing that historical experience shows this policy fails to generate investments, innovation, or productivity. In an article in Folha de S.Paulo, the author highlights flaws in the official justification and negative impacts on competitiveness.