Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

Flavio Bolsonaro will institute a debt ceiling if elected president, triggering automatic spending cuts.

Brazil's Lula urged US President Trump to end "baseless tariffs" in a phone call.

Brazilian president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva leads polls over ultraright candidate Flávio Bolsonaro.

Argentina's inflation rate is expected to be high, exceeding neighboring countries like Brazil.

Brazil's justice system investigates Lula's son for alleged illicit business dealings within the government.

Brazilian President Lula criticizes the US for revoking the visa of Brazil's ambassador to Washington.

Flavio Bolsonaro names Alfredo Gaspar as his running mate in Brazil's presidential election.

Brazil asks Argentina's ambassador to leave amid a diplomatic spat over insults directed at President Lula.

Brazil's government backs a bill to ban online casino gaming while keeping sports betting intact.

Brazil's Lula launches his fourth-term bid, focusing on national sovereignty.

Brazil withheld formal approval for Trump's ambassador nominee Daniel Perez for weeks, escalating tensions between the nations over alleged electoral interference, trade disputes, and diplomatic protocol violations ahead of Brazil's October election.

Brazil recalls its ambassador to Argentina after President Javier Milei criticizes Lula's government.

China's Xi Jinping telephoned Brazil's Lula, expressing strong support against external interference amid tensions with Argentina's Milei and Trump's tariffs, while reaffirming bilateral trade worth over 200 billion dollars annually and advancing strategic cooperation agreements.

Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged support for Brazil against external interference during a call with President Lula, while both leaders discussed accelerating trade negotiations amid U.S. tariff pressures ahead of Brazil's October election.

The Argentine government will not apologize to Lula despite Brazil's diplomatic complaint.

Flavio Bolsonaro is officially running for Brazil's presidency against Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

President Trump imposed a 25% tariff on Brazil effective July 22, 2026, following a trade investigation, while preparing additional duties on multiple nations using forced labor concerns as justification, escalating global trade tensions.

Turkey and Brazil are reshaping defense strategies across developing nations by establishing independent military capabilities and reducing reliance on traditional Western allies, fundamentally altering geopolitical power dynamics in the Global South.

Javier Milei's voters experience an "uncanny valley" effect as scandals erode trust in his libertarian project.

Around a dozen Latin American countries now have right-wing leaders invoking God and order, exemplified by Colombia's De la Espriella and Argentina's Milei, driven by insecurity, economic hardship, and anti-feminism amid Trump's resurgent influence.

The US labels Brazil's PCC and CV as "terrorist" groups, interfering in Brazil's election.

Brazil has shifted its foreign policy strategy to prioritize BRICS membership and South-South cooperation, emphasizing stronger partnerships with developing nations rather than traditional Western-aligned relationships.

Brazil's central bank cuts interest rates by 25 basis points to 14%.

Brazil's presidential election tightens with Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro nearly tied.

The US revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador amid a deepening diplomatic spat.

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, 80, is running for re-election to fight aging and protect national sovereignty.

President Lee concluded an 11-day, 44,000-kilometer trip across the US and South America, securing 13 agreements on artificial intelligence, critical minerals, and energy security, including Argentine crude oil imports starting next year to diversify South Korea's energy sources.

South Korea must prove itself a trustworthy trade partner to unlock access to South American trade with Mercosur members.

Brazil initiated WTO dispute consultations against U.S. tariffs of 25% on select Brazilian goods and 12.5% on dozens of nations, claiming the Trump administration's measures violate international trade agreements and lack justification.

Brazil and China agreed to accelerate trade talks after US tariffs took effect.

Brazil's October presidential election pits Beijing-friendly incumbent Lula against pro-Washington challenger Flavio Bolsonaro, with US tariffs and China relations at stake as analysts warn of potential automatic Washington alignment if opposition wins.

Argentina's president Javier Milei criticizes Brazil's leader, breaking a historic tradition of prioritizing good relations with Brazil.

China vows to defend Brazil's sovereignty amid US tariffs, seeking support for its core interests in return.

Brazil activated its Economic Reciprocity Law after the United States imposed 25% tariffs on Brazilian products, citing unsubstantiated claims about Pix, digital platforms, and environmental practices while disputing the tariffs lack justification.

Brazil's Lula proposes a UN meeting to Trump to end global conflicts.

Brazilian President Lula seeks dialogue with Trump to address UN Security Council matters and prevent US electoral interference, amid escalating tensions and concerns about American assertiveness in Latin America during his potential fourth term.

Brazil delays US ambassador approval until after the October presidential election.

Brazil's Supreme Court will hear three cases Wednesday that could weaken Amazon protections after Congress overrode President Lula's environmental vetoes, involving Indigenous land rights, soya farming standards, and expedited environmental licensing for development projects.

The US Senate confirms dozens of ambassador and assistant secretary nominations with a 51-47 vote.

Brazil's central bank cuts its benchmark interest rate to 14 percent for the fourth consecutive time.

The US revokes the visa of Brazil's ambassador to Washington amid a diplomatic row over a new US envoy.

Brazil's Supreme Court annulled Lula's convictions due to judicial incompetence and partiality, leading to his release from prison.

Brazil's President Lula, 80, launches his candidacy for a fourth term, citing good health and stamina.

South Korea's President Lee is preparing to meet Argentina's President Milei to negotiate a Korea-Mercosur trade agreement and strengthen lithium supply partnerships, addressing Seoul's strategic economic and energy interests in Latin America.

President Cyril Ramaphosa urges African unity on migration amid anti-migrant unrest in South Africa.

A 2024 video of Milei and Lula together resurfaced and went viral after Milei insulted Lula publicly.

President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Lula discussed strengthening bilateral and multilateral coordination.

South Korean diplomatic agencies faced nearly 100,000 cyberattacks in early 2026, averaging 540 daily, exceeding full-year 2025 totals and raising national security concerns amid escalating global tensions.

Flavio Bolsonaro is nominated as the Liberal Party's candidate to face Lula in Brazil's presidential election.

Amazon forest fires dropped to their lowest recorded level since 1985, with 3.1 million hectares burned in 2025, reversing 2024's drought-fueled peak through improved weather, reduced deforestation, and heightened community prevention efforts under President Lula's environmental policies.