Thu Sep 19 07:27:40 UTC 2024: ## Putin and Lula Discuss Strengthening Ties and Ukraine Conflict
**Moscow, Russia -** Russian President Vladimir Putin and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva held a telephone conversation today, focusing on strengthening their strategic partnership and addressing pressing international issues.
The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to boosting political dialogue and expanding mutually beneficial cooperation in trade, agriculture, energy, and industrial sectors. Notably, Putin expressed Russia’s willingness to assist Brazil in combating the wildfires currently ravaging several regions of the country.
The conversation also touched upon the upcoming BRICS summit in Kazan, scheduled for October 22-24. Putin briefed Lula on the preparations for the summit and thanked Brazil for its support of Russia’s priorities during its BRICS chairmanship. Both leaders underlined their commitment to continued cooperation within BRICS, particularly in the financial sector.
Furthermore, the two leaders emphasized their readiness to coordinate efforts within the G20, currently chaired by Brazil, and other multilateral platforms.
President Lula reiterated Brazil’s interest in contributing to a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict, while Putin shared Russia’s perspective on the matter.
The call concluded with a discussion of the bilateral contact schedule, resulting in an agreement to meet during the Kazan BRICS summit.
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