Luiz Inácio da Silva, Brazil's current president, has announced his intention to seek a fourth term in the nation's 2026 elections. The 79-year-old made the statement during a state visit to Indonesia on Thursday.
Election Announcement
President Luiz Inácio da Silva, aged 79, declared he would run for a fourth term as Brazil's president. During a state visit to Indonesia on Thursday, he commented, "I'm about to turn 80 years old, but you can be sure I have the same energy I had when I was 30. And I will run for a fourth term in Brazil."
Previous Statements and Context
During his most recent election campaign, Lula had indicated that it would be his final bid for the presidency. His decision to run for re-election follows his current term, during which he has experienced health problems. His last victory occurred in a run-off election, which has been described as the tightest in Brazil's history.