Economist Podcasts Rio brand: why Brazil is courting China
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Nov 19, 2024 Ana Lánchez, Brazil bureau chief for The Economist, breaks down Brazil's burgeoning trade ties with China, emphasized by President Lula's recent G20 address on inequality and climate change. She discusses how the geopolitical landscape may shift with Donald Trump’s potential second term. James Fransham tackles the perplexing state of Britain’s poor mobile service, highlighting the hurdles operators face in improving infrastructure and navigating regulatory challenges. Together, they illuminate pressing global issues and innovative solutions.
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Lula's G20 Goals and Trump's Impact
- Lula da Silva's ambitions at the G20 included tackling poverty, reforming institutions, and combating climate change.
- These goals may face challenges with Trump's return, given their strained relationship.
Lula and Trump's Strained Relationship
- Lula and Trump's relationship is strained due to Lula's support for Harris, Trump's closeness to Bolsonaro, and Musk's disputes with Brazil's Supreme Court.
- Lula's wife's comment and Musk's response further escalated tensions.
Lula's Pivot to China
- Lula aims to strengthen ties with China to offset the strained relationship with the US under Trump.
- He has been actively rebuilding the relationship, cooled under Bolsonaro, focusing on regaining China's trust.