New Delhi is gearing up for a landmark visit by Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva this February, a move that promises to elevate India-Brazil ties amid a shifting global landscape. Brazil’s Ambassador to India, Kenneth Felix Hazine Fraga da Nobrega, expressed optimism in an exclusive interview, underscoring how the trip will fortify bilateral relations in trade, technology, and geopolitics.
The ambassador highlighted the rapid pace of engagements, noting that Lula’s visit comes less than a year after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s trip to Brazil in July last year. ‘This speaks volumes about the close coordination between our nations and our commitment to taking our strategic partnership to new heights,’ Nobrega said.
Key focus areas for the visit include energy, defense, health, digital infrastructure, and major business collaborations. Nobrega emphasized efforts to bridge Brazilian and Indian corporate giants, fostering mutual investments that could reshape economic landscapes.
Praising PM Modi’s global stature, the envoy recounted witnessing numerous high-level visits by world leaders to India over his two-and-a-half-year tenure. ‘Modi’s leadership as a global decision-maker is evident,’ he affirmed.
In turbulent geopolitical times, both countries are prioritizing cooperation over confrontation. With over 70 years of diplomatic ties, their relationship stands as a bedrock of trust. Nobrega pointed to ongoing negotiations to expand the trade preference agreement, initially signed two decades ago, now involving Mercosur for broader impact.
India’s economic trajectory impresses, with projections of 6-7% annual growth. The recent Economic Survey reinforces the government’s push for technological competitiveness, positioning India as a powerhouse. Lula’s visit is poised to unlock new chapters in this enduring partnership, blending national interests with collaborative ambition.