Trump Announces 25% Tariff on Countries Trading with Iran, Brazil at Risk

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran, putting Brazil's $2.9 billion surplus at risk. This move could impact Brazil's agricultural exports, primarily corn and soybeans.

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U.S. President Donald Trump donald trumpannounced on January 13, 2026, a sweeping 25% tariff on any country conducting business with Iran IRIR, a decision that directly threatens Brazil's BRBRsubstantial trade relationship with Tehran. The announcement, made in response to escalating political turmoil and significant anti-government protests in Iran, places Brazil's $2.9 billion trade surplus with Iran in 2025 under potential threat.
FILE PHOTO: A drone view shows a ship and containers at the Port of Santos, in Santos, Brazil April 3, 2025. REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: A drone view shows a ship and containers at the Port of Santos, in Santos, Brazil April 3, 2025. REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli/File Photo
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