U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing an additional 40% tariff on imports from Brazil, raising the total tariff rate to 50%. The White House confirmed the implementation of this tariff increase, which is part of ongoing trade tensions between the United States and Brazil. The move follows a broader trade dispute that includes a formal investigation into Brazil's state-run digital payment platform, Pix. In response, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has expressed opposition to the tariffs and announced plans to negotiate with Trump. Should negotiations fail, Brazil may impose reciprocal tariffs on U.S. imports. This development marks a notable escalation in trade measures between the two countries.