Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is the President of Brazil (2003–2010; 2023–present) and a founding figure of the Workers’ Party (PT). Emerging from a working-class background, Lula became a key figure in Brazil’s labor movement before entering national politics. His first presidency focused on poverty reduction, social welfare expansion, and rising international engagement. His return to office in 2023 centers on rebuilding democratic institutions, reversing deforestation, and stabilizing the economy while navigating political polarization.