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US, Brazilian Officials Hold 'Positive Talks' in Washington

Published OCT 17

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Above: Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Oct. 16, 2025. Image copyright: Government of Brazil

The Spin

Left narrative

The productive talks between Brazilian and U.S. officials mark an auspicious beginning to normalize relations and reverse harmful tariffs. Brazil's firm defense of sovereignty while maintaining dialogue shows the country's strengthened position as economic leverage shifts away from Washington.

Brasil de Fato Jacobin

Right narrative

Brazil's foreign minister left Washington stunned after Secretary Rubio made clear that commercial progress depends on ending judicial oppression. The meeting exposed the regime's delusion that Trump would abandon his demands simply because of superficial pleasantries at the UN.

Gazeta do Povo

Eduardo Bolsonaro on X