TOKYO — Brazilian President stressed the importance of free trade and multilateralism and decried threats against democracy as he and ‘s Prime Minister agreed Wednesday to step up ties across the board.
The two leaders are expected to sign an action plan for the next five years to bolster their cooperation in a wide range of areas from security to economy and trade to climate change.
Lula said now is a perfect time to reactivate their strategic partnership when democracy and multilateralism are threatened, protectionism is rising in a number of countries and there is something of a “cold war” between the United States and China.
Lula said it was extremely important for and Japan to reconfirm that democracy is the most important form of government and to ensure the importance of multilateralism and free trade.
Brazil, the second largest steel exporter to the United States after Canada, and Japan, the sixth largest, both face 25% duty as the U.S. President steps up his
Ishiba emphasized Brazil’s growing global presence as the ninth economic power that shares Japan’s principles and values.
Lula on Tuesday met with Emperor and attended a state banquet at the State Guest House.
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