# Lula Re-Election Strengthens China's Latin America Ties

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3372207/win-lula-boosts-chinas-foothold-and-gives-brazil-rare-earths-leverage

Lula's re-election strengthens China's influence in Latin America. Brazil gains leverage over rare earth reserves amid US-China rivalry. Lula won 51.8% of the vote in a run-off against Bolsonaro.

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#china #brazil #rare #earth

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Created: 2026-10-26T14:53:58.454093+00:00

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Original source: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3372207/win-lula-boosts-chinas-foothold-and-gives-brazil-rare-earths-leverage