Lula meets Trump in DC

President Donald Trump hosted Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at the White House for a three-hour meeting aimed at stabilizing a strained bilateral relationship.

The leaders discussed a range of issues, including the impact of US tariffs on Brazilian critical minerals and the ongoing fight against transnational organized crime.

Lula expressed confidence that trade disputes would be resolved in the coming weeks following what he described as a "productive" dialogue.

The meeting also addressed China's growing influence in Brazil's automotive market and the potential for increased cooperation on rare earth elements.