World leaders have congratulated Brazil’s left-wing President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva after he defeated right-wing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro in Sunday’s presidential run-off, securing a fourth non-consecutive term.
Leaders across Latin America welcomed the result, highlighting the importance of democracy, regional cooperation and stronger bilateral relations.
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa
“Congratulations, Lula, on this victory. Our region has common enemies, shared challenges, and much to gain when we work together.”
Chilean President José Antonio Kast
Kast said he had spoken with Lula to congratulate him, adding that Chile and Brazil shared a promising future.
He said both countries would continue working to strengthen economic integration and combat organised crime across the region.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum
“Long live democracy, the people of Brazil won. Congratulations, President Lula!”
Paraguayan President Santiago Peña
Peña praised the Brazilian people for what he described as a major democratic process.
He said Paraguay and Brazil shared an agenda focused on integration and development, and would continue working together to improve the well-being of their citizens.
Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi
Orsi said he had spoken with Lula, whom he described as a friend, to congratulate him on his victory and the democratic process represented by the election.
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz
Paz highlighted the historical ties and shared challenges between Bolivia and Brazil.
He said both neighbouring countries would continue working to strengthen their relationship and create more opportunities for their people.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel
Díaz-Canel described Lula’s victory as historic, saying it would ensure continuity in the pursuit of peace, sovereignty and social justice under his leadership.
Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino
Mulino congratulated the Brazilian people on the election and Lula on his victory, adding that Panama would continue working with Brazil to advance cooperation between the two countries.
