PBBM, Brazil’s Lula seek stronger political, economic, people-to-people ties

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MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Saturday expressed their commitment to strengthening the poli...

BILATERAL TIES. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva reaffirm their commitment to strengthening political, economic, and people-to-people relations during their bilateral meeting at the Philippine International Convention Center on Saturday (Nov. 14, 2026). The meeting coincided with the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Brazil. (Photo courtesy of PCO)

MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Saturday expressed their commitment to strengthening the political, economic and people-to-people relations between the Philippines and Brazil.

During a bilateral meeting at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City, Marcos welcomed Lula’s historic state visit, describing it as an opportunity to deepen the longstanding friendship between the two nations and advance cooperation in areas of mutual interest as they mark the 80th anniversary of their diplomatic ties.

“Our bilateral relationship has evolved into a dynamic, multifaceted partnership anchored in our shared Iberian heritage and mutual respect,” Marcos said.

Marcos noted that cooperation between the Philippines and Brazil covers trade and investment, agriculture, energy, defense, tourism, science and technology, education and people-to-people exchanges.

He also underscored the two countries’ shared commitment to an international order founded on dialogue, cooperation and international law.

“Today, we have an opportunity to chart the way forward, to deepen our partnership and advance cooperation that delivers tangible benefits for our peoples,” Marcos said.

Marcos expressed confidence that the two countries could build a future in which their respective peoples would benefit from “stronger political, economic, and people-to-people ties.”

Lula described his visit as the beginning of a new chapter in Philippines-Brazil relations, emphasizing the need to expand cooperation…

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