Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
Brazil
Workers'
President of Brazil
government
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, known mononymously as Lula, is a Brazilian politician, trade unionist and former metalworker who has served as president of Brazil since 2023 and from 2003 to 2011. He is a member of the Workers' Party.
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Sep 15, 2026
Lean Left
Lula edged ahead of Flavio Bolsonaro in a new poll amid Brazil's Supreme Court crisis and scrutiny of Bolsonaro's ties to a banking fraud.
The left sees Lula as a bulwark against the Bolsonaro dynasty's corruption and authoritarianism, though his economic compromises frustrate the Brazilian left's base.
Aug 17, 2026
Center
Brazilian President Lula is seeking a fourth term with an election campaign focused on poverty and social programs ahead of the October vote.
Renaissance considers Lula an important partner on climate and democracy, but it will expect commitments to curb Amazon deforestation and keep French-Brazilian trade steady.
Aug 4, 2026
Far Left
The 80-year-old Brazilian president formalized his bid for a fourth term.
Morena sees Lula as a key progressive ally in the region against Trump's far-right agenda.
Aug 4, 2026
Far Left
The Brazilian president made his candidacy official for an October general election, campaigning on sovereignty against the Bolsonaro clan.
LFI backs Lula's anti-imperialist line, positioning Brazil as a shield against far-right influence from Washington and Buenos Aires.
Jul 29, 2026
Far Left
Brazilian president received Xi Jinping's backing against external interference.
Morena sees Lula as a fellow leftist leader facing similar imperialist pressures and values the solidarity.
Jul 28, 2026
Far Right
Brazil's president was the target of Milei's 'offensive' remarks, prompting the recall of the ambassador.
RN regards Lula as a corrupt leftist, and Milei's insults are seen as a justified challenge to the Latin American 'socialist bloc'.
Jul 22, 2026
Far Left
He launched his re-election campaign in Brazil against the Bolsonaro clan.
LFI strongly supports Lula as a ally in the international struggle against far-right movements.
Jun 18, 2026
Center
Lula warned Trump against interfering in Brazil's election after US criticism of judicial actions.
Seen as a leftist leader resisting US influence, but Renaissance is wary of his authoritarian tendencies and anti-democratic moves.