Trump shared on Truth Social that both leaders plan to continue talks and meet in the near future, in Brazil and the US. He added that he enjoyed the call and expected stronger cooperation between the countries.

Lula also confirmed the call on X, recalling the good chemistry they shared during their brief meeting at the UN General Assembly in New York last month. Lula stressed that direct contact could restore the 201-year friendly relations between the two largest democracies in the West. He highlighted the US surplus with Brazil in goods and services.

The Brazilian President urged the US to lift tariffs on Brazilian goods. He may meet Trump again during the ASEAN Summit in Malaysia in late October. The call comes after the Trump administration imposed a 50% tariff on Brazil, part of broader tensions with BRICS nations. Trade talks with India have also resumed, aiming to address similar tariff issues.

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During his visit to India, Murphy emphasized the importance of India for New Jersey’s economy. He acknowledged Russia’s role in the Ukraine war and said Moscow must be pressured. At the same time, he cautioned against damaging relations with India, calling it one of the world’s most important partnerships.

Murphy noted that pushback on tariffs in the US was not strictly partisan. He described the mood as one where “cooler heads” may prevail.

The Governor also raised concerns about student visas. He highlighted that more than 2,000 Indian students are waiting for approvals. He said the process needs improvement and urged reforms to reduce delays.

Murphy added that new administrations often “over-correct” policies but later balance their approach. He expressed hope that the visa process and trade issues would be resolved over time. His visit to India underlined the growing significance of state-level diplomacy in strengthening bilateral ties.

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