MANILA, Philippines — Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will be in the Philippines on November 14 to 15, the first time a sitting Brazilian President will visit the country.
The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) on Tuesday said the Brazilian leader was invited by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to celebrate the 80th anniversary of bilateral relations between the two countries.
“The State Visit is historic: it will be the first visit to the Philippines by a sitting Brazilian President, and it coincides with the 80th anniversary of Philippines-Brazil diplomatic relations in 2026,” the Palace said in a statement.
“The two countries seek to expand collaboration in trade and investment, agriculture, energy, science and technology, defense, and technical cooperation,” it added.
