Lula da Silva formally launches bid for Brazil's presidency
Brazil's Workers' Party meets to confirm Lula da Silva's October bid. At 80, the leftist veteran faces right-wing liberal Flávio Bolsonaro in another polarised Lula vs Bolsonaro race.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has formally launched his bid for re-election in October. According to RTE News, Lula da Silva, 80, said he was "in great shape" as he began his campaign.
The South China Morning Post reported that Lula da Silva highlighted his stamina and good health during a convention of his Workers' Party in Sao Paulo, attended by around 3,000 people. He mentioned that he works out and walks for an hour to stay fit.
Lula da Silva's rival is expected to be right-wing liberal Flávio Bolsonaro, as reported by Euronews. The Associated Press noted that Lula da Silva's campaign is increasingly shaped by concerns over foreign influence, with pressure from US President Donald Trump's administration looming over the campaign.
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