Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has confirmed that the upcoming summit between Latin American, Caribbean, and European nations will focus on two critical regional issues: the situation in Venezuela and the increasing US military presence in the Americas.
Summit Agenda Revealed
The Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (Celac) and European Union (EU) summit, scheduled for November 9-10, 2025 in Colombia, will serve as a platform for Latin American nations to express solidarity with Venezuela. Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira made this announcement on Wednesday, November 5, during the ongoing 30th United Nations climate conference in Belem, Brazil.
Vieira emphasized that the summit "will be a meeting with an agenda of regional support and solidarity towards Venezuela" and reflects President Lula's consistent position that South America should remain a region of peace and cooperation.
Diplomatic Negotiations Underway
The possibility of issuing a formal joint statement supporting Venezuela will depend on diplomatic negotiations among member countries in the coming days. Foreign Minister Vieira confirmed that President Lula will personally participate in the summit, underscoring Brazil's commitment to regional unity.
Despite the strong stance on Venezuela, Vieira assured that Brazil's trade discussions with the United States regarding recent tariff hikes on Brazilian exports would not be affected by the summit's solidarity position.
Addressing US Military Presence
President Lula revealed to foreign correspondents last week that the summit would also address the growing US military presence in the region. This concern comes as the United States has been conducting strikes against vessels in Caribbean waters that it suspects of involvement in drug trafficking operations.
The dual focus on Venezuela and US military activities highlights the complex geopolitical dynamics that Latin American and Caribbean nations will bring to the table during their discussions with European Union counterparts.
