Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has officially confirmed his participation in the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in World War II in Moscow. According to his press office, he received an official invitation from his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, on Monday and has accepted the invitation.
In a meeting with Putin, the two leaders discussed significant geopolitical issues, including the current developments in the Ukraine conflict and explored perspectives for a solution to the crisis. They also touched on the implications of the new US administration on international politics. Both presidents reiterated their intention to intensify cooperation in the fields of politics, economy and trade. The strong partnership within the BRICS states, with Brazil holding the presidency this year, was particularly highlighted.
Other heads of state have also confirmed their participation in the Moscow parade. It is expected that the presidents of Serbia, Aleksandar Vučić and Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokajev, will attend, as well as the Chinese president, Xi Jinping. Speculation is rife that a high-ranking US representative from the circle of President Donald Trump might also attend, as reported by Newsweek magazine.
According to Defense Minister Andrei Belousov, military units from a total of 19 friendly states have been invited, with ten already confirming their participation. As reported by the Japanese public broadcaster NHK, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea has accepted the invitation to send troops to the parade.