Bogotá, Colombia, Oct 2026 : World leaders across the political spectrum congratulated Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Monday after he secured a re-election victory, marking a dramatic political comeback. Lula’s win received recognition from leaders across Latin America, Europe and Asia, even as his challenger, Flavio Bolsonaro, refused to accept the result.
Lula secured 51.8 per cent of the vote against Bolsonaro’s 48.2 per cent, according to the figures provided. The outcome drew international attention amid political divisions in Brazil and broader shifts towards conservative governments in parts of Latin America.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed Lula’s victory, describing it as a win for “democracy and multilateralism”.
“Europe’s partnership with Brazil is thriving,” she said in a post on X, signalling the European Union’s interest in continuing cooperation with the South American country.
Mexico’s left-wing President Claudia Sheinbaum also celebrated Lula’s victory on Sunday. “Long live democracy, the people of Brazil won,” she wrote on X.
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel congratulated Lula on what he called a “historic victory”, saying it would ensure continuity on the path of peace, sovereignty and social justice.
Argentina’s former president Cristina Kirchner, who is under house arrest following a corruption conviction, said Lula had successfully awakened among Brazilians the determination and sentiment needed to secure victory.
Uruguayan President Yamandu Orsi said he had spoken with Lula and congratulated him on both his electoral win and the democratic celebration represented by the voting process.
Latin American Leaders Call for Regional Cooperation
Lula’s victory came against a regional political backdrop in which several Latin American countries, including Argentina, Chile, Colombia and Peru, have moved towards conservative leadership. The shift has been supported by US President Donald Trump, according to the political assessment accompanying the election results.
Peru’s right-wing President Keiko Fujimori congratulated Brazil on what she described as a “democratic day”. She also expressed willingness to strengthen strategic ties, regional integration and cooperation with Brazil.
Fujimori highlighted sustainable development in the Amazon, which the two countries share, as an important area for collaboration benefiting their populations.
Chile’s President Jose Antonio Kast, a close ally of Bolsonaro, also congratulated Lula, saying Chile and Brazil had a shared future.
Ecuador’s conservative President Daniel Noboa called for cooperation with the newly re-elected Brazilian leader despite their ideological differences.
“Our region has common enemies, shared challenges, and much to gain when we work together,” Noboa said on X, emphasising the importance of regional collaboration.
Spain, France Welcome Lula’s Political Comeback
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez described Lula’s victory as the beginning of a “progressive comeback”. Sanchez, whose government faces an election in November amid challenging opinion polls, said: “What has happened in Brazil will happen in Spain.”
French President Emmanuel Macron called for efforts to strengthen the strategic partnership between France and Brazil, underlining the importance of bilateral relations.
The congratulatory messages reflected expectations that Lula’s new term would provide opportunities to expand cooperation on international affairs, economic development and regional challenges.
India, Russia and China Extend Congratulations
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered Lula his “heartiest congratulations” on his victory. Modi, whose country currently chairs the BRICS grouping, said he looked forward to working closely with the Brazilian president to deepen and expand the multifaceted India-Brazil Strategic Partnership.
Russia also welcomed Lula’s victory. A Kremlin spokesperson said the Brazilian leader had done much to develop bilateral relations with Russia and advance cooperation within BRICS, which includes Brazil, India, Russia, China and other member countries.
China congratulated Lula as well. A spokesperson for its Foreign Ministry said Beijing was willing to work with Brazil to advance the development of a China-Brazil community with a shared future.
The responses from India, Russia and China highlighted the importance of Brazil’s international partnerships, particularly within BRICS and other multilateral forums.
US Senator Bernie Sanders, a prominent progressive politician, also welcomed Lula’s victory, saying the Brazilian leader had stood up for workers and democracy and would continue doing so over the next four years.
Lula’s re-election has drawn congratulations from governments with differing political ideologies, placing renewed focus on Brazil’s domestic priorities, its role in Latin America and its relationships with major global powers.
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