Lula Confirms Washington Trip After Trump Conversation
- President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation on January 26, 2024, discussing a range of bilateral and global issues.
- The two presidents agreed in principle to a visit by President Lula to Washington, D.C.
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Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Donald Trump Hold Telephone Conversation
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and U.S. President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation on January 26, 2024, discussing a range of bilateral and global issues. According to statements released by the Brazilian Presidential Palace (Planalto), the call lasted approximately 50 minutes.
Planned Visit to Washington D.C.
The two presidents agreed in principle to a visit by President Lula to Washington, D.C. The timing of the visit will be resolute following Lula’s scheduled trips to India and South Korea in February 2024. (Planalto)
Discussion on the Proposed Peace Council
President Lula addressed the invitation for Brazil to participate in a Peace Council proposed by the United States.He suggested that the council’s focus be limited to the situation in Gaza and that Palestine be granted a seat within the body. Lula also reiterated his call for a comprehensive reform of the United Nations, specifically advocating for the expansion of permanent members of the Security Council.(