Congratulations to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his victory in Brazil’s presidential election

The message reads, in part:

“The election results clearly demonstrate that your fellow citizens recognise your outstanding leadership qualities and support your policy of ensuring the country’s sustainable socioeconomic development and defending its sovereignty and legitimate interests on the international stage.

Your personal contribution to strengthening the strategic partnership between Brazil and Russia can hardly be overstated. We will certainly continue to work closely together to further develop fruitful bilateral cooperation across all areas and maintain constructive interaction within the UN, BRICS, the G20 and other multilateral platforms.

I would also like to extend my heartfelt birthday wishes and wish you good health, happiness, prosperity and continued success in your work for the benefit of the friendly Brazilian people.”