Lula delivered a national address to reaffirm his commitment to fiscal responsibility, he will travel to Turkey today for COP31, and discussions continue on congressional succession

BRAZIL POLITICS - Report 09 Nov 2026 by Murillo de Aragão and Cristiano Noronha

President Lula delivered his first nationally televised address since his reelection yesterday (Nov. 8), prioritizing his commitment to the social agenda. He pledged to eliminate taxes on basic food staples and implement fare-free public transportation. He also defended fiscal responsibility and expressed concern over the public debt and high interest rates. Today, Lula departs for Turkey, where he will attend COP31, before traveling on to the Philippines. In the Lower House, the PL will decide on Wednesday (Nov. 11) whether to support Motta or field its own candidate. Motta already has the backing of 15 parties representing 361 elected representatives, well above the 257 votes required. In the Senate, the race remains highly competitive.

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