As President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil left Indian shores on Sunday, his five-day visit from February 18-22 left an indelible mark on Indo-Brazilian relations. The Ministry of External Affairs shared the departure news, applauding the tour’s role in advancing strategic ties.
An MEA X post hailed the conclusion of a ‘successful visit,’ noting its boost to the partnership and forward-looking results. Minister of State Pabitra Margherita personally farewelled Lula, embodying the spirit of camaraderie.
Lula’s own X video offered a poetic take: India and Brazil transcend being Global South democracies; they represent the intersection of pharmaceutical prowess and agricultural might, digital innovation and green energy dominance. Their cultural vibrancy and multilateral zeal for peace form a solid foundation.
He advocated collective action to enhance bilateral bonds, Mercosur engagement, and Global South solidarity. The centerpiece was PM Modi’s Saturday summit with Lula, yielding agreements to propel cooperation, detailed in MEA releases.
PM Modi’s joint remarks brimmed with warmth, welcoming Lula with the same affection received in Brazil. He credited Lula’s leadership for the enduring strength of ties, reminiscing about fruitful past encounters that affirmed deep mutual trust.
This trip amplified the AI Impact Summit and injected vitality into strategic frameworks. Expressing profound thanks, Modi underscored Lula’s role in these vital relationships. Moving forward, expect heightened collaboration in emerging technologies, sustainable development, and global governance, heralding a brighter shared future.