China moves to join Brazil’s WTO fight over Trump’s forced labour tariffs
- Posted on August 10, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
China enters Brazil's multilateral trade dispute challenging Trump's tariffs on forced labour grounds. Beijing claims substantial commercial interests in the WTO consultations, as duties reaching 37.5% threaten significant trade flows. This development marks an escalation in global trade tensions, with major economies joining forces against protectionist measures. The alliance between China and Brazil signals coordinated resistance to unilateral trade actions affecting emerging markets.
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China moves to join Brazil’s WTO fight over Trump’s forced labour tariffs
Beijing said it held a substantial commercial interest in consultations Brasilia opened over duties of up to 37.5 per cent.
