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Trump opens probe into Brazil's 'unfair' trade practices days after imposing 50% tariffs
The Trump administration has launched an investigation into Brazil's 'unfair' trading practices, a week after the US slapped 50 per cent tariffs on the nation.
A statement from the US trade representative noted that the probe will focus on the Brazilian government's policies 'related to digital trade and electronic payment services; unfair, preferential tariffs; anti-corruption interference'.
The US and Brazil are engaged in a trade dispute after President Donald Trump imposed a 50 per cent tariff on Brasilia, accusing the country of unfair trade practices and running a 'witch trial' against former president Jair Bolsonaro.
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