Brazil has strongly criticized the US decision to hike tariffs on its exports and sanction Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, calling it a violation of national sovereignty, Xinhua reported.
The new tariffs, rising up to 50 percent, will hit key exports like coffee and meat. Some products, including orange juice and iron ore, were exempted.
President Lula called the move unacceptable, while Vice President Alckmin said over a third of exports to the US will be affected. The government plans financial support and tax relief for impacted sectors, according to Xinhua.
Business leaders warn of job losses and trade disruption.
