PM Modi hails 'dear friend' Lula's victory in Brazilian presidential re-election

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated "dear friend" Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on his "remarkable victory" in Brazil's presidential re-election and expressed confidence in strengthening the multifaceted strategic partnership between the two countries. Lula will be sworn in on January 5, 2027, for a four-year term, after securing a record fourth term.

In a post on X, Modi said, "Heartiest congratulations to my dear friend, President Lula, on his remarkable re-election victory. I look forward to working closely with him to further deepen and expand the multifaceted India-Brazil Strategic Partnership." He added, "Together, we will continue to strengthen our cooperation across diverse sectors, advance the shared priorities of the Global South and work towards a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable world."