June 04, 2026
Brazil signals a key step forward in strengthening diplomatic engagement with the US
The two leaders discuss several issues during the 50-minute call
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The two presidents agree to speak again soon, according a statement
The two leaders are committed to concluding negotiations on the long-awaited deal between the South American bloc and the EU
"We'll first try to negotiate, but if there's no negotiation, the law of reciprocity will be put into practice," the Brazil president says
