Lula and Xi discuss Mercosur-China deal, wars in Ukraine and Gaza

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke by phone on July 27, 2026, discussing a potential trade agreement between Mercosur and China. They also addressed the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, as well as cooperation within BRICS and between Global South nations. Lula confirmed that both leaders agreed to accelerate negotiations for the Mercosur-China deal. The call underscores deepening ties between the two major emerging economies.