Brazil and South Korea are accelerating trade talks as both nations seek new economic partnerships amid rising global pressures. President Lula has launched a special working group to fast-track negotiations, while South Korea’s leadership is calling a deal with Mercosur — Brazil’s key South American trade bloc — a top priority. This move follows Mercosur’s existing trade pacts with the EU and EFTA nations, signaling a broader push for global expansion. Lula also aligned with China’s Xi Jinping on advancing China-Mercosur trade talks, highlighting a coordinated international effort. Upcoming visits, including a South Korean delegation inspecting Brazil’s meatpacking industry and joint ventures in critical minerals, underscore a strategic push that began with a Seoul meeting five months ago.

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