Brazil's Presidential Election: A Tussle for Influence in Latin America The upcoming presidential election in Brazil has set off a high stakes game of diplomatic maneuvering, with both Beijing and Washington vying for influence in the region.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, a longtime ally of China, faces off against Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, who is widely seen as the favored candidate of the United States.
Lula's close ties with Beijing have been a cornerstone of his presidency. Analysts warn that a Bolsonaro victory could spell the end of this pragmatic relationship.