Lula attends economic summit in Paris with environmental focus
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has arrived in Paris, France, to participate in the “Summit for a New Global Financial Compact.”
The event, organized by French President Emmanuel Macron, focuses on discussing innovative approaches to finance countries, with an emphasis on combating inequality and protecting the environment.
During his visit, Lula will engage in various activities, including a lunch with former president Dilma Rousseff and bilateral meetings with heads of state from South Africa, Cuba, Haiti, and the United Arab Emirates.
This marks the first visit by a Brazilian president to France in seven years, highlighting the significance of the occasion.
Lula will also address the “Power our planet” event, featuring performances by renowned artists like Billie Eilish.
Discussions between Lula and Macron will encompass a wide range of topics, including a partnership to develop a nuclear-powered submarine.
Additionally, Lula aims to discuss the Mercosur agreement with the European Union, focusing on concerns raised by the French parliament regarding climate obligations.
Lula and Macron have previously engaged in bilateral discussions, particularly during the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan, where they deliberated on the preservation of the Amazon and strategies for resolving the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
The visit also presents an opportunity to explore cooperation in areas such as nuclear energy, sustainable development, and cultural partnerships.
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