Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has been extended an invitation to visit Berlin by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. The invitation signals a renewed commitment to deepening the partnership between Brazil and Europe, with Berlin projecting a visit in the second half of 2023 as a milestone in bilateral relations. The exchange underscores Berlin’s interest in expanding dialogue and collaboration with Brasília across multiple sectors.
Despite divergent opinions among policymakers regarding the Ukraine crisis, Scholz intends to discuss with Lula da Silva avenues to strengthen economic and energy cooperation between the two nations. The planned conversations are expected to cover topics such as trade facilitation, investment in renewable energy, and potential joint projects that could benefit both sides’ industrial bases and regional energy security.
Throughout the year, German officials have stepped up their outreach to Brazil, reflecting a broader strategy of engaging Latin American partners. In addition to Scholz, high-ranking German representatives have visited Brazil to advance diplomatic relations, and there is anticipation of a forthcoming visit by a senior German foreign affairs official in the near term, aimed at consolidating mutual interests and practical collaboration across sectors.
Earlier discussions in the Brazilian parliament highlighted proposals to explore a G20-like framework to address the Ukraine crisis, signaling Brasilia’s interest in multilateral solutions and international dialogue. The idea is to create a structured platform that could facilitate coordinated responses, help manage energy and commodity markets, and support global stability through inclusive diplomacy.