Luz Inácio Lula da Silva
Luz Inácio Lula da Silva, commonly known as Lula, is a Brazilian politician and former union leader who served as the President of Brazil from 2003 to 2010 and was re-elected for a third term in 2023. A founding member of the Workers' Party (PT), Lula is known for his social policies that significantly reduced poverty and inequality in Brazil during his presidency. However, his political career has been marked by controversies, including corruption charges that led to his imprisonment in 2018, a conviction that was later annulled. His recent return to power is seen as a pivotal moment for Brazil, particularly in addressing economic and environmental challenges. Lula has been in the news for his government's efforts to advance infrastructure projects like Ferrogrão, which aims to enhance grain transportation but faces legal hurdles and environmental concerns.
Born on Oct 27, 1945 (79 years old)
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Luz Inácio Lula da Silva vetoed parts of the project approved by Congress that alters environmental licensing rules.
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