Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva departed on November 9 for Antalya, Turkey, where he will attend the Leaders' Summit of the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31). His arrival is scheduled for the early hours of the 10th. It is his first international trip since his reelection in October.
Lula will attend the opening of the summit on the 11th. The Brazilian government intends to advocate for more environmental financing, the fight against deforestation and reduced dependence on fossil fuels.
Brazil will present a proposal to guide the gradual reduction in the use of these fuels. Lula will also seek countries and investors for the Tropical Forests Forever Fund, created to mobilize resources for the conservation of tropical forests.
After Turkey, Lula will travel to Manila, in the Philippines, for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations summit, from November 13 to 15. The schedule includes a state visit on the 14th. During his absence, Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin will serve as president.