Archive · 12 Aug 2025
Lula, Xi Jinping Discuss Trade, Criticize US Protectionism
Brazilian President Lula and Chinese President Xi talked on the phone.
They discussed the war in Ukraine and agreed on working together through groups like BRICS.
Xi criticized protectionism, a message often used about US trade policies.
They want to build unity among countries.
This call happened after Trump demanded China buy more US soybeans, affecting Brazil's trade.
Lula and Xi Jinping discussed international affairs and business.
Xi Jinping called for efforts against unilateralism and protectionism.
China is willing to work with Brazil on coordination and unity.
The leaders spoke about the Russia-Ukraine war.
The conversation followed Trump's demand for increased soybean purchases.
- Who
- Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Chinese President Xi Jinping
- What
- Brazilian President Lula and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed international affairs and business opportunities.
- When
- Tuesday morning in Beijing
- Where
- Beijing
- Why
- To discuss international affairs, including the Russia-Ukraine war, and to strengthen coordination and unity.
- Participants
- Brazilian President Lula and Chinese President Xi Jinping
- Topics Discussed
- International affairs, BRICS, trade
- Xi's Stance
- Against unilateralism and protectionism
- Outcome
- Willingness to strengthen coordination and unity
