Lula's Ambitions in Foreign Policy

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Lula invested a lot in foreign policy during his first two terms in office between 2003 and 2010 His achievements included forming the BRICS which is a block of emerging market countries that includes Brazil Russia India China and South Africa. He also tried to broker a deal over Iran's nuclear program with Turkey That deal failed but it shows you how Lula really tried to play in the big leagues The world today is a very different place than when Lula was last in power and that impacts Brazil's foreign policy.

ATTEMPTS TO MAINTAIN // Attempts to maintain a neutral stance on the invasion of Ukraine, while also buddying up with China, are sending confusing signals. Does Brazil have the heft to be a successful peace-broker? The gay Ukranian soldiers influencing policy from the front lines. And, what your voice says about your health.

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