Brazil's President Lula da Silva, speaking to reporters in New Delhi, expressed the country’s desire for equitable treatment among nations in light of a recent US Supreme Court decision that limited President Trump’s authority to impose tariffs. The ruling found that Trump had overstepped his powers in setting various tariffs, impacting his economic agenda significantly. In response, Trump took to his social media platform, 'Truth Social,' to announce that his administration would be raising import duties to a legally sanctioned level of 15% following a review of the court's decision, which he deemed 'anti-American.'

President da Silva emphasized Brazil's disinterest in engaging in a new Cold War or any form of external interference, suggesting that equality among nations should prevail in matters of trade and politics. He expressed hope for the normalization of Brazil's relationship with the United States, despite the contentious tariff issue. The implications of this court ruling can potentially strain US-Brazil relations, particularly amidst the ongoing global discussions on fair trade practices.

Lula da Silva’s comments reflect a broader call from various nations for fair treatment in international relations, especially in trade. As Brazil seeks to stabilize its economic relations with the US post-election, these developments will require careful monitoring, especially with upcoming dialogues on trade policies expected next month, which could influence the bilateral relationship going forward.