LULA DISCURSA NA 68ª CÚPULA DO MERCOSUL; VEJA NA ÍNTEGRA

Lula defended South American integration during the Mercosur summit in Asunción, stating that no country owns South America. In an indirect message to US President Donald Trump, the Brazilian president said that the bloc's strength lies in dialogue with different partners, preserving its autonomy and expanding trade relations. The president highlighted the progress of Mercosur negotiations with countries such as Canada, India, Vietnam, and Japan, as well as the intention to begin talks with China. He also criticized trade protectionism and warned that wars and conflicts increase global instability, harming trade, investment, and sustainable development. The meeting took place against a backdrop of political changes in South America, with the election of right-wing governments in some countries. Despite ideological differences, experts believe there was consensus around Mercosur's foreign policy agenda. Lula also stated his intention to run for a fourth term and argued that the bloc should remain a priority for Brazil, regardless of who is in government. For more content from Itatiaia, visit: Official website: https://www.itatiaia.com.br/ Itatiaia Channel:    / itatiaiaoficial   Twitter:   / itatiaia   Facebook:   / radioitatiaia   Instagram:   / itatiaiaoficial   Podcasts: https://www.itatiaia.com.br/itacast #Itatiaia #Journalism #Sports #Football #RadioItatiaia #News #Politics #Entertainment #ItatiaiaSports #Lula #Mercosur #PresidentLula #Trump