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Xi and Lula Discuss UN Authority Amid Latin America Tensions

1/24/2026

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Chinese President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva spoke by phone on January 23, 2026, for 45 minutes to discuss the United Nations' authority.
Xi emphasized protecting the UN's authority and urged Lula to resist bypassing the Security Council.
The discussion occurred amid tensions in Latin America after the U.S. seizure of Nicolas Maduro.
Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to international law and diplomatic negotiations.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva spoke by phone on January 23, 2026, for 45 minutes to discuss the United Nations' authority.
Xi emphasized protecting the UN's authority and urged Lula to resist bypassing the Security Council.
The discussion occurred amid tensions in Latin America after the U.S. seizure of Nicolas Maduro.
Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to international law and diplomatic negotiations.