Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Itamaraty)

Force in Play

Denied the US envoys' visas

Brazil blocked two US envoys in July, then the US revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador in August. By October, the US and Australia had suspended diplomatic operations in Brazil ahead of the election, citing security threats.

Updated Oct 16

Rule Changes

As of June 2026: Leading Brazil's negotiation and preparing countermeasures

Brazil sells the United States about $40 billion in goods a year. A new US trade action could add 25% to the price of most of it.

Updated Jun 2