Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has congratulated Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his election victory, saying relations between Canada and Brazil have flourished under their partnership.
Carney said the countries should seize the opportunity to strengthen ties, expand trade, protect the environment and promote prosperity.
Other world leaders sent congratulatory messages to the Brazilian leader in separate messages.
Peruvian President Keiko Fujimori congratulated Lula and praised the Brazilian people for their democratic participation.
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa said the region faced common challenges and would benefit from greater cooperation.
Chilean President José Antonio Kast said Chile and Brazil shared a future of cooperation, including economic integration and efforts to combat organised crime.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum welcomed the result, saying democracy had prevailed and the Brazilian people had won.
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Also, Paraguayan President Santiago Peña praised Brazil’s democratic process, adding that both countries would continue working together on integration and development.
Meanwhile, Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi said he had spoken with Lula to congratulate him on his victory and the democratic process.
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz said Bolivia and Brazil would continue strengthening bilateral relations and creating opportunities for their people.
Also, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel described Lula’s victory as historic, saying it would ensure continuity in the pursuit of peace, sovereignty and social justice.
Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino also congratulated the Brazilian people and Lula, pledging continued cooperation between the two countries.
Reuters
