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Brazil Aims for ASEAN Membership, Strengthens Ties with China

10/30/2025

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President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced during his visit to Indonesia on October 24, 2025 that Brazil seeks to join ASEAN.
Lula said Brazil will pursue an independent foreign policy and maintain strong ties with the United States and China.
China supports Malaysia's bid for full Brics membership, a group that includes Brazil.
Lula praised Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Lula highlighted cultural similarities between Brazil and Malaysia.

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President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced during his visit to Indonesia on October 24, 2025 that Brazil seeks to join ASEAN.
Lula said Brazil will pursue an independent foreign policy and maintain strong ties with the United States and China.
China supports Malaysia's bid for full Brics membership, a group that includes Brazil.
Lula praised Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Lula highlighted cultural similarities between Brazil and Malaysia.