INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Foreign Ministers Mauro Vieira of Brazil and Sergey Lavrov of Russia convened at the United Nations headquarters in New York.The meeting
occurred shortly after Brazil and China formalized a group to discuss the Ukraine war
Vieira arrived late to the encounter, which took place on Friday, September 27, 2024.The timing of the meeting raised eyebrows, given the
recent announcement of a new initiative
Brazil and China had earlier that day officially formed a group with other Global South nations.This coalition aims to develop strategies to
end the conflict in Ukraine
Following the meeting, Vieira addressed reporters, stating that the Ukraine conflict was not discussed.Brazil and Russia Meet Amid Global
Efforts to Address Ukraine Conflict
(Photo Internet reproduction)He claimed the talks focused on bilateral relations between Brazil and Russia
The upcoming BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, from October 22-24, was also on the agenda.The formation of the Brazil-China led group has faced
criticism from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.In his address to the 79th UN General Assembly, Zelensky expressed concerns about
alternative peace proposals.He argued that such initiatives might disregard Ukrainian interests and potentially benefit Russian President
Russia Meet Amid Global Efforts to Address Ukraine ConflictThis diplomatic initiative began taking shape in May, spearheaded by Brazilian
and Chinese diplomats.It represents a significant effort by Global South nations to influence the resolution of the Ukraine conflict.The
move highlights the complex geopolitical dynamics surrounding the ongoing war.When questioned about the message Brazil was sending by
its position on the Ukraine conflict.
