That the Parliament celebrates the election of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva as what it sees as a victory not only for the people of Brazil, but for democratic values across the world; believes that, at a time when democracy faces growing threats from authoritarianism, division, disinformation and external interference, the Brazilian people chose hope, inclusion and solidarity; welcomes the renewed commitment to social justice, environmental protection and international cooperation shown by President Lula's administration; acknowledges the profound global significance of protecting the Amazon rainforest in the fight against climate change and biodiversity loss; believes that the re-election of President Lula represents a continued opportunity to tackle poverty, defend indigenous rights, confront inequality and restore Brazil's leadership on climate action; notes that humanity faces interconnected crises of environmental breakdown, conflict and social injustice that demand courageous and compassionate leadership; affirms that democracy must always be stronger than extremism, that cooperation must triumph over division, and that hope must prevail over despair, and sends its best wishes to President Lula and the people of Brazil as they work towards a fairer, greener and more humane future for all.
Supported by: Heather Anderson, Dawn Black, Gary Bouse, Kate Campbell, Katy Clark, Martyn Day, Fulton MacGregor, Stuart McMillan, Carol Mochan, Paul Sweeney, David Torrance