Donald Trump's influence is increasingly becoming a talking point in Brazil's presidential race, as candidates and voters debate the impact of global political trends on the country's future. With Brazil preparing for a closely watched election, Trump's policies, rhetoric, and international profile are shaping conversations around leadership, conservatism, and governance. This report examines how the U.S. president's shadow is being felt in Brazil's political landscape and what it could mean for the election outcome.

Donald Trump Emerges As A Factor In Brazil's Presidential Race 

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has strongly condemned the U.S. decision to designate Brazil's two largest criminal groups, the Comando Vermelho (CV) and Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC), as Foreign Terrorist Organizations. Lula criticized the move as "undue interference" and warned that such unilateral measures threaten Brazil's national sovereignty and could hinder international police cooperation.


Brazil Rejects US Terrorist Tag for Two Local Crime Factions

Billions of dollars worth of gold are still being pulled illegally from Brazil’s Amazon rainforest, despite a sweeping crackdown promised by President Lula da Silva.

'Ghost Permits' Mask Illegal Gold Extraction in Brazil 

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is countering concerns about his age with a visible fitness-focused campaign as Brazil heads toward a crucial election cycle. At 80, Lula has highlighted regular workouts and public appearances aimed at reinforcing his stamina and leadership readiness.

Brazil Polls: 80-Year Old Lula Counters Age Concerns with Workout Campaigns 

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva met India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi, marking a significant diplomatic engagement between the two nations. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties, expanding trade and strategic cooperation, and enhancing collaboration on global issues. The state visit highlights growing India‑Brazil partnership across political, economic, and cultural fronts.


Brazilian President Lula Meets PM Modi and President Murmu in Delhi

India and Brazil on Saturday signed a memorandum of understanding on critical minerals and rare earths, following discussions in New Delhi between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Lula da Silva.


India, Brazil Sign Critical Minerals Pact; PM Modi Hails Supply Chain Boost

India-Brazil Ink Critical Minerals Pact; PM Modi Hails Boost to Resilient Supply Chains

Brazilian President Lula da Silva has accused US President Donald Trump of undermining global cooperation, claiming that Trump wants to reshape the United Nations into a new body under his sole control.

Trump Peace Board: Brazil Warns of US Dominance in Global Body

After months of diplomatic animosity, Lula and Trump spoke for 30 minutes in a "friendly tone" and Lula raised the possibility of an in-person meeting in Malaysia next month, the Brazilian presidency said in a statement.

Brazil's Lula Asks Trump To Remove Tariffs In "Friendly" Phone Call

Brazil has announced a major tax exemption to put more money in the hands of its people—but will it be enough to lift consumer confidence? As inflation bites and economic sentiment weakens, President Lula Da Silva is betting on tax relief to regain public support.

Brazil raises income tax exemption to $881

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was discharged Sunday from a Sao Paulo hospital following emergency surgery to treat an intracranial haemorrhage. "I am here in one piece.

Brazilian President Lula discharged from hospital following emergency brain surgery

"I am here in one piece... returning home calmly," the 79-year-old leftist leader said as he made a surprise appearance at a news conference by his medical team at Hospital Sirio-Libanes



On Thursday, he underwent a follow-up operation to minimise the risk of further bleeding in the affected area of the protective intracranial membranes.



Brazilian President Lula discharged from hospital after brain bleed surgery

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was discharged Sunday (Dec 15) from a Sao Paulo hospital following emergency surgery last week to treat an intracranial hemorrhage.

Unions and social movements gathered in Rio de Janeiro to hold a large-scale demonstration in defense of democracy and to demand accountability for the 2022 coup plot against President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Watch for more details!

Brazil: Protesters Called For Prison Sentences & Opposed Granting Amnesty

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday cancelled his trip to Russia for the BRICS summit, following medical advice to temporarily avoid long-haul flights after a head injury at home that caused a minor brain haemorrhage.

Brazil President Lula to skip BRICS summit in Russia due to 'small brain haemorrhage'

Brazilians are calling for urgent measures to address climate change, as President Lula Da Silva emphasizes the need for stronger actions. Amid rising environmental concerns, citizens and leaders alike are pushing for comprehensive policies to combat the climate crisis and protect the Amazon rainforest. Lula’s administration is under pressure to implement effective strategies that prioritize sustainability and environmental preservation.

Brazilians Urge Steps To Tackle Climate Change, Lula Da Silva Calls For Stronger Actions

G20 finance chiefs have pushed the discussions on Brazil's global billionaires tax plan to future summits. After a contentious debate this week in Rio de Janeiro, Group of twenty finance chiefs have pledged in a draft communiqué to keep discussing the proposal for a global wealth tax.

Brazil's controversial global billionaires' tax plan pushed

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva sparked controversy this week after making a joke about violence against women. At a forum of ministers and business leaders Brasilia, Lula described new data about an increase in abuse against women as "sad news.

Brazilian President Lula faces criticism after joking about violence against women

Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad is facing the toughest moment of his tenure. After 18 months of balancing president Lula Da Silva's spending ambitions with investor demands for fiscal discipline, Haddad's strategy is faltering.

Brazil's Finance Minister under fire

Nearly 100,000 homes have been destroyed while over 100 people are reported dead in the devastating flooding in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul in the country's South.

Brazil floods destroy nearly 100,000 homes, death toll surpasses 100

Brazilian President Lula Da Silva has asked congress to recognise a state of public calamity for the heavy rains. The disaster has killed at least 85 people in the country's southernmost state of Rio Grande Do Sul.

Lula asks Congress to recognise a state of public calamity

In Brazil, a spiralling dispute over the leadership of state-owned energy giant Petrobras is exposing fault lines in President Lula da Silva’s administration.

Public squabbling over policies hits investor confidence

Six months after Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs described New Delhi G20 Leaders' Summit as 'nothing to be proud of', Ukrainian foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba came to the Indian capital.

The Capitals: Macron-Lula in bilateral 'La La Land'; Kyiv's bid to win Delhi for its 'peace plan'; and more

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Donald Trump Emerges As A Factor In Brazil's Presidential Race

Brazil Rejects US Terrorist Tag for Two Local Crime Factions

'Ghost Permits' Mask Illegal Gold Extraction in Brazil

Brazil Polls: 80-Year Old Lula Counters Age Concerns with Workout Campaigns

Brazilian President Lula Meets PM Modi and President Murmu in Delhi

India, Brazil Sign Critical Minerals Pact; PM Modi Hails Supply Chain Boost

India-Brazil Ink Critical Minerals Pact; PM Modi Hails Boost to Resilient Supply Chains

Trump Peace Board: Brazil Warns of US Dominance in Global Body

Brazil's Lula Asks Trump To Remove Tariffs In "Friendly" Phone Call

Brazil raises income tax exemption to $881

Brazilian President Lula discharged from hospital following emergency brain surgery

Brazilian President Lula discharged from hospital following emergency brain surgery

Brazilian President Lula discharged from hospital after brain bleed surgery

Brazilian President Lula discharged from hospital after brain bleed surgery

Brazil: Protesters Called For Prison Sentences & Opposed Granting Amnesty

Brazil President Lula to skip BRICS summit in Russia due to 'small brain haemorrhage'

Brazilians Urge Steps To Tackle Climate Change, Lula Da Silva Calls For Stronger Actions

Brazil's controversial global billionaires' tax plan pushed

Brazilian President Lula faces criticism after joking about violence against women

Brazil's Finance Minister under fire

Brazil floods destroy nearly 100,000 homes, death toll surpasses 100

Lula asks Congress to recognise a state of public calamity

Public squabbling over policies hits investor confidence

The Capitals: Macron-Lula in bilateral 'La La Land'; Kyiv's bid to win Delhi for its 'peace plan'; and more