The diplomatic alignment between the two nations is reinforced by a strong personal rapport between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Strategic coordination was recently highlighted by Brazilian National Security Advisor Celso Amorim’s low-profile visit to New Delhi following the September BRICS Summit. Looking ahead, economic engagement will increasingly center on critical resources, with Brazil holding major deposits of graphite, niobium, nickel, lithium, and copper alongside its extensive rare earths.
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Diplomatic collaboration between both countries focuses heavily on pushing for permanent…: Diplomatic collaboration between both countries focuses heavily on pushing for permanent representation on the UN Security Council.
Brazil ranks second only to China in rare earth reserves, making it a vital supplier for…: Brazil ranks second only to China in rare earth reserves, making it a vital supplier for India's ongoing economic growth.
Bilateral ties are anchored in shared Global South solidarity and a joint commitment to p…: Bilateral ties are anchored in shared Global South solidarity and a joint commitment to promoting a multipolar world order.
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Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva or Lula as he is popularly known has been bullish on India since his first term in office and has taken special interest in broad-basing ties with New Delhi in the context of Global South solidarity and the urgent need for UN Security Council reforms allowing India and Brazil permanent seats at the high table. Notably, Brazil's NSA Celso Amorim made a low-profile visit to New Delhi soon after the BRICS Summit in September to further cement the strategic ties.
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