PoliticsLula’s victory is a stress test for the Global South

Lula’s win blocks Washington’s push to draw Brazil closer to its orbit, but Trump retains tools to punish the country, including tariffs, sanctions and visa restrictions. As Lula strengthens ties with China and other BRICS countries, the article asks whether Beijing can provide durable trade, investment and financial support to help Brazil withstand US pressure.

BrazilLulaGlobal SouthUS-China relations

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