New Delhi: Brazilian president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva landed in New Delhi on Wednesday with a warm “Namaste” message. He is on a four-day official visit to India during which there will be discussions on strengthening bilateral ties and the future of artificial intelligence globally.
“Namaste, India! I’ve arrived for another visit with an important agenda: strengthening ties, deepening partnerships, and discussing the future of artificial intelligence in the world. We continue working to build more cooperation, innovation, and opportunities between our countries,” Lula posted on X, as reported by ANI.
His visit is expected to focus on expanding cooperation across key sectors, including technology, innovation, trade and global governance.
Lula also emphasised artificial intelligence (AI), as he will be attending the ongoing India AI Impact Summit, which signals growing collaboration among emerging economies on shaping the future of digital transformation and responsible AI development.
The Brazilian president is also scheduled hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on a variety of subjects.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), in a post on X, stated that the Brazilian president was warmly received upon arrival by minister of state in the MEA, Pabitra Margherita, marking the beginning of his official engagements in the national capital.
“President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil, Lula has arrived in New Delhi on a State Visit. He was warmly received by Minister of State Pabitra Margherita. During his visit, President Lula will be participating in the India-AI Impact Summit. PM Narendra Modi will also hold bilateral meeting with President Lula,” the post read.
“India and Brazil share a close and multifaceted relationship, elevated to Strategic Partnership and rooted in a common global vision, shared democratic values and commitment to inclusive growth. President Lula’s visit will impart strong momentum to India-Brazil partnership,” the MEA added.
President Lula, ahead of his visit to India, said that he is visiting India on the invitation of PM Modi and during his time here, he will be discussing “new opportunities for cooperation” between the two nations with the Prime Minister. Lula is being accompanied by a delegation of Brazilian business leaders.
