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Trump cheers Bolsonaro Jrs advance on Lula in Brazil, but EU fears for Mercosur alliance – EUobserver
What happened
Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, won around 47% of the vote in the first round of Brazil's presidential election, making him the favourite to defeat President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in the second round. President Lula took 45% of the vote, but is considered unlikely to win the second round due to the ideological proximity of most candidates who failed to advance to the runoff with Bolsonaro. Bolsonaro's family members also won seats in Congress, including his wife
Why it matters
The outcome of the election is significant for the US and EU due to its impact on the Mercosur alliance and global issues such as deforestation in the Amazon rainforest. A Bolsonaro victory could lead to Brazil joining a coalition of countries conducting military operations against drug cartels alongside the Pentagon, a move that has been rejected by President Lula.
Key facts
- Flávio Bolsonaro won 47% of the vote in the first round of the presidential election.
- President Lula took 45% of the vote.
- Jair Bolsonaro's wife Michelle and sons Carlos and Jair Renan won seats in Congress.
- A Bolsonaro victory could harm the Mercosur alliance.
- The election outcome is considered significant for the US and EU.
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