Lula talks to Putin and declines the invitation to St. Petersburg International Economic Forum
By João Pedro Magalhães
Once again demonstrating his closeness to the Russian president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) spoke with Vladimir Putin on Friday (16).
He reiterated his willingness to mediate, along with India, Indonesia, and China, a conciliation between the countries involved in the war in Ukraine but declined Putin’s invitation to participate in the International Economic Forum of St. Petersburg.
“The presidents discussed various current aspects of the Russian-Brazilian strategic partnership, and expressed mutual interest in its progressive development and deepening of practical cooperation in various fields.’
“The conversation was constructive and informative,” the Kremlin said in an official statement.
To read the full statement from the Russian presidency, click here.
EMBARRASSMENT AT THE G7
Despite making several statements claiming to know the best way to peace in the Ukrainian war and proclaiming himself the “mediator” of the conflict solution, Lula led a complicated situation during the G7, by ignoring the presence of Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelensky, and even blaming him for the disagreement.
THE ST. PETERSBURG INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC FORUM (SPIEF)
“The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) is a unique event in the world of economics and business. SPIEF has been held annually since 1997.”
“Since 2006, the Forum has been sponsored and attended by the President of the Russian Federation.”
“Over the past more than two decades SPIEF has become one of the main venues for communication between representatives of the business community and discussion of the major economic issues facing Russia, emerging markets, and the world at large.”
“The dates of the XXVI St. Petersburg International Economic Forum have been set for June 14-17, 2023.”
Definition taken from the official website of the Forum.
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