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Brazils neck-and-neck election offers test for growing pro-Trump Latin American bloc | Brazil
What happened
The election pits Lula, a three-time president, against Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro. The two candidates differ on the US's "war on drugs" policy, with Lula expressing concerns about sovereignty and Bolsonaro pledging to join the Shield of the Americas. The election is seen as a test for the growing pro-Trump bloc in Latin America.
Why it matters
The outcome of the election has significant implications for the region's autonomy and relationship with the US, with a far-right victory potentially aligning the region with the US's "dictates". The election is also seen as a test for the growing pro-Trump bloc in Latin America. The US has taken an interest in Brazil's natural resources, which could be a factor in the election.
Key facts
- Lula is a three-time president
- Flávio Bolsonaro is the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro
- A far-right victory would potentially align the region with the US's "dictates"
- The US has taken an interest in Brazil's natural resources
- The election is a test for the growing pro-Trump bloc in Latin America
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