U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday (June 9) announced 50% tariff on all the Brazilian goods imported into the United States. This will be effective from August 1.
The 17th BRICS Summit, held in Rio de Janeiro from July 6-7, 2025, concluded with a declaration reflecting the expanded bloc's commitment to "Strengthening Global South Cooperation for a More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance."
Over the years, Indian culture has resonated to a great extent amongst Brazilians with Yoga, Bollywood and strong family ties given a strong preference.
The 17th BRICS Summit is scheduled to commence in Rio de Janeiro on July 6, with Brazil hosting the influential bloc of emerging economies. Under the theme "Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance," the summit aims to address critical global issues, foster economic cooperation, and amplify the voice of the Global South.
Jonas Masetti, a Brazilian national and spiritual teacher, was conferred with India's prestigious Padma Shri award in 2025, recognizing his remarkable contributions to spreading the ancient wisdom of Vedanta and the Bhagavad Gita globally.
