For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
October 28, 2002
Statement by the Press Secretary
Election of Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva as President of Brazil
The President telephoned Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva today to extend
congratulations on his election as President of the Federative Republic
of Brazil.
The President told President-elect da Silva he looked forward to
working with him, especially with regard to advancing democracy, good
governance, and free trade in the hemisphere.
The United States and Brazil enjoy excellent bilateral relations
which we will continue with the new government. Our two countries
share many common interests and fundamental values and goals that will
enable us to continue to work closely together to bring great benefits
to our people.
The United States appreciates President Fernando Henrique Cardoso's
friendship with the United States, his work to strengthen the bilateral
relationship, and his strong leadership in the hemisphere and beyond.
We wish him well and look forward to continuing to work with him until
the end of his Presidency.
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