Brazil China Trade Hits Record $171 Billion in 2025 Amid US Tariffs
Brazil China trade hits record $171 billion in 2025, surpassing US trade volume. US tariffs on Brazilian exports have forced Brasília to deepen ties with Beijing.
They've shaken hands, but the fists remain clenched. While Washington pulls away, Beijing is stepping in. Brazil and China's trade volume reached a staggering $171 billion in 2025, more than doubling Brazil's commerce with the United States last year.
Why Brazil China Trade Hits Record 2025 Levels
According to Reuters, Chinese demand for Brazilian oil, farm goods, and minerals surged to historic heights. This wasn't just a natural market shift; it's a reaction to geopolitical friction. Washington recently imposed a sweeping 50 per cent tariff on Brazilian exports, citing political grievances over the prosecution of former president Jair Bolsonaro.
Sanctions Drive Brasília Toward Beijing
US tariffs didn't achieve the isolation they might've intended. Instead, they nudged Brasília to deepen its ties with Beijing. Brazilian officials scrambled to find alternative markets as the US doors closed, solidifying China's position as the nation's primary economic lifeline. This shift marks a pivotal moment in the reshuffling of global power dynamics.
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