UN: Lula to advocate for multilateralism, Security Council reform
In his opening address to the high-level segment of the 81st United Nations General Assembly - traditionally delivered by a Brazilian president - Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will emphasize the importance of multilateralism, one of the central tenets of Brazilian foreign policy, in a context marked by a proliferation of international conflicts. The president arrived in New York on Sunday (Sep. 20).…
Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is set to advocate for multilateralism and UN Security Council reform during his opening address at the 81st United Nations General Assembly. This speech, traditionally given by a Brazilian president, comes as the world faces a surge in international conflicts. Speaking in New York, Lula will stress the significance of negotiation, respect for international humanitarian law, and non-interference in other nations' affairs.
He will represent Brazil's stance on key international issues and push for updates to the UN Security Council's composition and operation. Lula will engage in bilateral discussions with various heads of state, including UN Secretary-General António Guterres, who is nearing the end of his tenure. He will also meet with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
While Lula has attended the assembly in his capacity as Brazil's leader 11 times, he only missed one session in 2010. The US President Donald Trump, who will be the second speaker after Lula, is expected to meet with him during the event, possibly in private.
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