In a recent interview with CGTN, Marcos Caramuru, the former Brazilian Ambassador to China, revealed that the US administration has been using tariffs not just as a tool for trade relations, but to negotiate broader, non-trade objectives. Caramuru criticized these tariffs, stating that they represent a violation of international law and undermine fair trade practices. His insights shed light on the complexities of US trade policies and their potential repercussions on global diplomatic and economic stability.
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Former Brazil envoy: Purpose of US tariffs goes beyond trade relations
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