Lula Returns Brazil to World Stage with Uplifting UN Address

Lula addressed the UN General Assembly, striking a clearheaded tone compared to his predecessor Bolsonaro. He was applauded throughout his speech.
Lula positioned Brazil as a champion of the global south and democracy, saying "Brazil is back."
He vowed to reunite Brazil after years of division under Bolsonaro, citing progress on reducing Amazon deforestation.
Lula denounced the far-right and promoted solutions to issues like hunger, inequality and climate change.
The speech marked Brazil's return to the world stage after four years of damaged diplomacy under Bolsonaro.

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