Tariff: Senate Commission tries to extend the deadline: ‘o We have no, we came after yes’

Senators mediate deadlines for tariffs A Brazilian senators’ entourage is in Washington trying to convince US entrepreneurs and authorities to postpone the entry into force of 50% rates announced by the Trump government against Brazilian products. Parliamentarians attended meetings with the US Chamber of Commerce and have heard from US entrepreneurs that a manifesto in defense of the extension of the deadline can be published later this week. The idea is to sensitize the White House on the negative impacts of the measure for both countries. “No ‘we already have. We came after’ yes’,” said Senator Nelsinho Trad (PSD-MS). “Whether it’s moving or not, just trying to know.” Among the arguments taken by the entourage is the short term – only 15 days – between the announcement and the implementation of tariffs, which compromises already embarked products from Brazil and especially impacts sectors of perishable. “These are charges that had already left Brazil. It’s hard for any sector to reorganize themselves in the face of such an abrupt change,” said Trad. The senators also said that Brazil is willing to open a direct dialogue channel between presidents Lula and Trump. According to parliamentarians, this conversation is already “on the table” and could occur by phone or in person. BRICS In addition to the commercial agenda, the Brazilian delegation has heard from representatives of the Republican Party and US government counselors that there is concern about Brazil’s performance at BRICS, especially in the area of technology and defense. One of the senators stated that Washington sees as threatening Brazilian partnership with China in projects such as submarine cables and satellite networks. The delegation said it is open to debating these issues, but stressed that it expects an equality stance in the negotiation. The Chamber of Commerce Charter – if it is materialized – will be sent to US Executive authorities. Parliamentarians said they hoped the document will be ready until August 1, the eve of the tariffs entry into force.

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