Former President Lula, who once led the left-wing government, was elected in the final round of the presidential election in Brazil, South America, where voting was held on the 30th.
On the other hand, President Bolsonaro has not clarified his attitude about the results of this election, and attention is focused on what he will say.
Brazil's presidential election due to the expiration of the term was held on the 30th.
According to the tally by the Brazilian Electoral Commission, former President Lula da Silva, who led the left-wing government for two terms and eight years from 2003, has 50.9%, and right-wing incumbent Jair Bolsonaro has 49.1%. , Lula was elected.
In his post-election speech, Mr. Lula said he would focus on reconciling the nation, which had been divided in the midst of a fierce election campaign, and on supporting the lives of those in poverty.
Following Lula's election, more than 10,000 supporters gathered in the center of Brazil's largest city, São Paulo, to celebrate his victory.
One of the women said, ``I think it's hard to put together a divided country, but Mr. Lula will make Brazil a great country again,'' and showed expectations for the new president's skills.
Bolsonaro, meanwhile, has so far not made his stance on the outcome of the election.
Before the election, Mr. Bolsonaro repeatedly asserted that ``there is a risk of fraud,'' and suggested that he might not accept the results, so attention has been focused on what kind of remarks he will make. increase.
Putin congratulates Lula
Russia's presidential office announced on the 31st that President Putin conveyed his congratulations to Mr. Lula after winning the presidential election in Brazil in South America.
In response, Putin said, "The result of the vote confirms your high political authority. I hope that through joint efforts, constructive cooperation between Russia and Brazil will be further developed in all areas." and
President Putin, whose conflict with Europe and the United States has deepened following the military invasion of Ukraine, seems to have high hopes for Lula, who has worked to strengthen relations with Russia during his previous tenure. .