Lula calls for stronger BRICS, South American integration and greater Global South role

Source: ANI (Asian News International) | Original Published At: 2026-08-09 07:47:21 UTC

Key Points

• Brazil's government plan puts South-South cooperation at the centre of its foreign policy.
• The plan identifies strengthening BRICS and Mercosur as key components of Brazil's strategy.
• It supports expanding financing mechanisms associated with BRICS to address infrastructure and development needs in the Global South.
• Brazil backs reforms to international financial institutions such as the IMF and World Bank to increase developing-country participation.
• The plan also calls for deeper South American integration in infrastructure, energy, defence and healthcare.
• Brazil seeks greater participation in shaping international norms on artificial intelligence, digital technologies and data protection.