Key facts
- Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva addressed the UN General Assembly.
- Lula stated that Brazil is 'no one's backyard'.
- He backed China's peace proposal for Ukraine.
- Lula emphasized Brazil's commitment to multilateralism and its independent foreign policy.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva used his address at the UN General Assembly to assert Brazil's independent foreign policy and warn against foreign interference in the country's upcoming October election. Lula stated that Brazil is "no one's backyard," signaling the nation's autonomy on the global stage. He also voiced support for China's peace proposal aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine. The president's remarks underscored Brazil's commitment to multilateralism and its role as a significant player in international diplomacy.