Brazil President Lula tells Chinese President Xi that Brazil will exempt short-term visas to Chinese

This development signifies a warming of relations between Brazil and China, potentially setting the stage for increased trade and economic cooperation.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 23 Jan 2026, 12:41 UTCOn the live feed at 12:21 UTC — 1 more headline followed before this page went public

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The visa exemption for Chinese nationals could lead to a boost in tourism and investment, enhancing Brazil's economic ties with one of its largest trading partners. Traders should consider implications for emerging market currencies and commodities, particularly if this leads to increased Chinese demand for Brazilian exports.

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