Brazil and India Deepen Strategic Ties

(The Soufan Center) Brazilian President Luiz Inácio da Silva’s recent visit to India marks a significant step in the deepening of strategic and economic ties between the two middle powers. The trip centered on a newly signed critical minerals and mining cooperation pact, which will focus on attracting investment for exploration, mining, and steel-sector infrastructure. Lula’s visit also coincided with the India AI Impact Summit, India’s leading forum on artificial intelligence, where Lula participated and spoke on the need to regulate AI to mitigate harmful effects like disinformation and to ensure its benefits extend to the Global South. The partnership between Brazil and India is particularly strong as both countries have been navigating the consequences of the steep tariffs imposed by the United States under U.S. President Donald Trump. – Brazil and India Deepen Strategic Ties – The Soufan Center