Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva
Coverage of Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in the Nexus archive.
- Aftermath of Venezuela’s earthquake, China-Colombia ties: 7 Latin America relations reads
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva thanked China for clearing the country’s beef of foot-and-mouth disease and responded to U.S. President Donald Trump by stating 'I will sell to someone else', highlighting trade tensions and regional economic relations.
- Brazil’s Lula Holds Lead Against Bolsonaro After Bank Scandal
Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva maintains a lead over Flavio Bolsonaro in polls following a bank scandal. The article references their names and a political contest influenced by the scandal.
- Trump faces G7 as questions swirl on Iran accord
President Trump attended the G7 summit in France, where allies sought clarity on the U.S.-Iran deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Macron emphasized opposing Iranian tolls, while Ukraine's Zelenskyy pushed for progress on ending Russia's war. Non-G7 leaders like Lula and Modi also attended.
- Fast Takes: Brazilian president’s lousy Beijing bet, Israel’s not the problem and more
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has intensified his confrontation with the US and increased reliance on Communist China, a strategy that could jeopardize Brazil’s economy, security, and sovereignty, according to a warning from Arturo McFields at The Hill.
- Lula thanks China for beef win and tells US after tariffs: ‘I will sell to someone else’
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva thanked China for expanding access to Brazilian beef and responded to U.S. tariffs by stating he would sell to other markets. The U.S. announced new tariffs on Brazilian goods, prompting Lula's remarks.
- Brazil's Lula slams US for labeling Brazilian crime groups as terrorists
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva criticized the US for designating Brazilian crime groups as terrorists. The statement was made at the Planalto Palace in Brasilia.
- Lula Rejects US Terrorism Designation for Brazil Drug Gangs
Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva rejects a U.S. designation of Brazilian drug gangs as terrorist organizations. The decision was made by the U.S. government, and Lula opposes this classification.
- Brazil's Lula backs new oil, gas drilling in western Amazon
Brazilian oil giant Petrobras announced new oil and gas drilling in the Amazon rainforest after a decade, with President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva attending the event. Lula hosted the COP30 UN climate conference in November, urging leaders to present roadmaps for transitioning away from fossil fuels.
- Deforestation in Brazilian Amazon falls to lowest level since 2019
Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon fell to its lowest level since 2019, according to a report published Wednesday. The decline is seen as positive news for President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who has prioritized combating deforestation in his administration.
- Jailed banker ties roil Flavio Bolsonaro’s Brazil presidential hopes
Brazil's right-wing presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro sees his polling advantage threatened following revelations of his ties to a jailed banker involved in a multimillion-dollar fraud scandal. The 45-year-old senator had been competitive with incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva ahead of October's presidential election, but the damaging audio recording published by investigative outlet The Intercept may alter the political landscape.
- Brazil’s Lula to travel to US to meet with Trump later this week
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House later this week. The meeting is expected to take place in the coming days. The exact date and details of the meeting have not been disclosed.
- Lula to Unveil $20 Billion Debt Relief Plan Ahead of Election
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is set to announce a $20 billion debt relief plan ahead of an upcoming election. The plan aims to address economic challenges and gain public support.
- While Trump lashes out at Spain, US Democrats join a progressive rally in Barcelona
Progressive leaders from Spain, Brazil, South Africa, and other countries gathered in Barcelona for a summit defending democracy and multilateralism, while U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Spain's military contributions and financial state on social media.