Brazilian President Lula seeks cooperation with Japan to address climate change as Brazil chairs COP30 in November. The President also emphasized the need to enhance trade, particularly in Brazilian beef exports, while condemning U.S. policies under Trump regarding climate agreements.
On March 18, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva expressed optimism for collaboration with Japan in addressing climate change, as Brazil prepares to chair the COP30 climate summit later this year. Lula emphasized that Japanese advancements in science and technology could significantly contribute to finding effective solutions to climate-related issues. The conference, COP30, is set to take place in Belem, Brazilian Amazon, in November.
Lula’s remarks coincide with the 130th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Brazil and Japan. He is scheduled to embark on a four-day state visit to Japan starting Monday. During his address to Japanese reporters, Lula noted that the current trade volume between the two nations is relatively low, estimating it to be around $12 billion annually, which is less than 10% of Brazil’s trade with China.
Additionally, Lula advocated for increasing trade opportunities, particularly by pushing for the importation of Brazilian beef into Japan, which is currently restricted. He also critiqued U.S. President Donald Trump’s diplomatic strategies, particularly Trump’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement on his first day in office, and his approach towards the Panama Canal, labeling these actions as detrimental to global climate efforts.
In conclusion, President Lula of Brazil is keen on fostering collaboration with Japan to effectively confront climate change. With the upcoming COP30 conference and a focus on enhancing trade relations, Lula’s commitment highlights the potential of international cooperation in addressing pressing global issues amidst critiques of other nations’ policies.
Original Source: www.nippon.com
