π·πΊπ§π· "Dear friend, please accept my sincere congratulations on your re-election as President of the Federative Republic of Brazil.
The results clearly demonstrate that your citizens recognize your outstanding leadership qualities and support your efforts to ensure sustainable socio-economic development, as well as the protection of Brazil's sovereignty and legitimate interests on the world stage.
Words cannot fully express the personal contribution you made to the strengthening of the strategic partnership between Brazil and Russia. Of course, we will continue to work in close cooperation to further expand our fruitful cooperation in all areas, including within the UN, BRICS, G20 and other multilateral organizations."
- Putin congratulated Lula on his re-election.