France's Macron embraces Brazil's Lula — and the memes poking fun at their 'wedding'
Macron and Lula strengthen ties during Macron's visit to Brazil.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
French President Macron’s recent trip to Brazil, which concluded on Thursday, was filled with displays of warmth and camaraderie with Brazilian President Lula. The two leaders were seen bonding over various activities, including a visit to the Amazon and attending joint ceremonies. The visit symbolized a reconciliation following strained relations between Macron and Lula’s predecessor, Bolsonaro. They announced plans to invest in the Amazon and launched a submarine together. Despite the friendly atmosphere, Macron expressed criticism of a trade deal proposed by Lula, emphasizing the need to address climate change. Lula gave Macron Brazilian cheeses as a parting gift, highlighting the positive tone of the visit.