Latin America News
LAST UPDATE: June 30, 2025
Canada Drops Digital Tax That Infuriated Trump to Restart Trade Talks
Canada abandoned its plan for a digital services tax targeting U.S. tech firms, which had sparked tension with the U.S. The move cleared the way to resume trade negotiations aimed at preventing broader tariff escalations.
Insight
Canada’s policy reversal reflects a pragmatic shift to avoid retaliatory tariffs and maintain trade stability with the U.S. It highlights the tech sector’s influence in cross-border economic diplomacy.
Backers of Brazil’s Bolsonaro Hold Mass Protest in São Paulo
Supporters of former President Jair Bolsonaro held a major rally in São Paulo, denouncing the Supreme Court’s actions against him. Bolsonaro, banned from office until 2030, faces ongoing investigations over 2022 election conduct.
Insight
The protest reveals Bolsonaro’s enduring grassroots support despite legal challenges. It also underscores the deep political divide in Brazil as the country moves toward its next electoral cycle.
