Trump, tariffs and ties with China at stake in Brazilian presidential race

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Brazil's presidential election is approaching with a key contest between the incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who maintains close ties with Beijing, and challenger Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, amid concerns over U.S.-China relations and tariffs.

With less than three months to go until Brazil’s presidential election, China is closely watching a high-stakes political duel between a Beijing-friendly incumbent and his pro-Washington challenger. Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who maintains close ties with Beijing, is seeking a fourth non-consecutive term. His rival, Senator Flavio Bolsonaro – son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, who was jailed last year for attempting a military coup – was confirmed on Saturday as the...