Lula and Modi discussed deepening cooperation between Brazil and India in their conversation, reaffirming their commitment to defending multilateralism.

Brazilian President Lula talked with Indian Prime Minister Modi on the 7th to discuss deepening cooperation between Brazil and India, as well as various issues such as the current international economic situation, US unilateral tariff measures, etc. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to defending multilateralism and emphasized the importance of actively addressing international economic challenges. According to an announcement from the Brazilian Presidential Palace website, the two leaders discussed Brazil taking over the rotating presidency of the BRICS countries from India, and emphasized that they will continue to strengthen cooperation and enhance the strategic partnership between Brazil and India. Both sides reiterated their efforts to increase bilateral trade to $20 billion by 2030, and agreed to expand the scope of the Southern Common Market and India's trade agreement. The announcement stated that Lula will make a state visit to India in early 2026; Brazilian Vice President Alckmin will lead a delegation to India in October this year to discuss cooperation between the two sides in trade, defense, energy, critical minerals, and other areas.