Lula da Silva thanks Putin for his warm welcome

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with his Brazilian counterpart Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Moscow. This is reported by the official website of the Russian President.

The Brazilian leader emphasised that the visit to Russia after 15 years means a return to the plans that the parties have been implementing all these years.

"My visit is aimed at strengthening our strategic partnership. Brazil is interested in developing political, cultural, trade cooperation, as well as partnerships in science and technology"

Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva President of Brazil

He noted that the Brazilian side plans to discuss cooperation in space, education, and energy.

In turn, the Russian leader noted the success of cooperation between Moscow and Brasilia in the field of trade. According to him, the South American country accounts for a significant part of Russia's trade turnover with the states of Latin America and the Caribbean.

Putin added that Russia is the largest exporter of oil products and mineral fertilisers to the Brazilian market, while Brazil remains the leader in Russian food imports.

"Today, I would like to note that our relations are developing progressively, contacts are constantly maintained at a high level. You always find an opportunity to personally receive Russian representatives when they come to Brazil on working visits"

Vladimir Putin President of Russia

The Russian head of state added that the two countries closely cooperate on international platforms, including the United Nations, BRICS, and the G20.

Lula da Silva arrived in the Russian capital to participate in celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the Victory. He last visited Moscow in 2010.

Photo: Ricardo Stuckert / Press Service of the Brazilian President