Developing nations at the BRICS summit on Monday brushed away an accusation from President Donald Trump that they are "anti-American," with Brazil's president saying the world does not need an emperor.

Trump said the U.S. will impose an additional 10% tariff on any countries aligning themselves with the "Anti-American policies" of the BRICS group of developing nations, whose leaders kicked off a summit in Brazil.

Brazilian President Lula da Silva criticized Donald Trump's tariff threats against the Brics nations, asserting the world desires alternatives to American dominance. Trump's warning of a 10% tariff if the bloc adopts "anti-American" positions sparked resistance.