Administration of Joseph R. Biden, Jr., 2023

January 9, 2023

President Biden and President Lula spoke by telephone this afternoon. President Biden conveyed the unwavering support of the United States for Brazil's democracy and for the free will of the Brazilian people as expressed in Brazil's recent presidential election, which President Lula won. President Biden condemned the violence and the attack on democratic institutions and on the peaceful transfer of power. The two leaders pledged to work closely together on the issues confronting the United States and Brazil, including climate change, economic development, and peace and security. President Biden invited President Lula to visit Washington in early February for in-depth consultations on a wide-ranging shared agenda, and President Lula accepted the invitation.

NOTE: An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement.

Categories: Joint Statements : Brazil, President Lula. Names: Lula da Silva, Luiz InÃ¡cio.

Subjects: Brazil, civil unrest and violence at government buildings in Brasilia; Brazil, President; Brazil, relations with U.S.

DCPD Number: DCPD202300017.

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