Argentina and Brazil, “indissolubly united”, says President Fernandez
During a joint statement marking the 200th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations, President Alberto Fernández of Argentina expressed that “Brazil and Argentina were meant to be indissolubly united.”
President Fernández, alongside his Brazilian counterpart Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, emphasized the shared cultures and histories between the two nations, despite not speaking the same language.
Highlighting the progress made in their common agenda, President Fernández acknowledged that while many goals have been accomplished, there is still much work to be done.
Reflecting on the historical connection, he noted that Argentina was the first country, known then as the United Provinces of the Río de la Plata, to recognize Brazil as a sovereign and independent nation.
President Lula of Brazil reiterated the significance of integration as a state policy and stressed the need to cultivate their alliance at the highest level.
He mentioned adopting an ambitious Action Plan for the Relaunching of the Strategic Alliance, consisting of nearly 100 actions that contribute to their joint development project.
The leaders also acknowledged their pivotal role in establishing the Southern Common Market (Mercosur), which laid the foundation for an ambitious South American integration project.
President Fernández and President Lula da Silva held productive discussions on bilateral, regional, and global matters during a bilateral working meeting at the Planalto Palace.
As part of the state visit, President Fernández also met with Rodrigo Pacheco, the President of the Senate, and Rosa Weber, the head of the Federal Supreme Court.
The visit occurred ahead of the upcoming Summit of Heads of State of Mercosur and Associated States, scheduled for July 3-4 in Puerto Iguazú, Argentina.
This summit will mark the culmination of Argentina’s pro tempore presidency during the first half of 2023 and the handover to Brazil.
The diplomatic relations between Argentina and Brazil were established on June 25, 1823, and their continued strengthening reflects the enduring ties and commitment to cooperation between the two nations.
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