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Statements, communiqués, and reports from the Honorary Consulate and the bilateral diplomatic agenda.
The Honorary Consulate of Brazil in Brașov is expected to open in November 2026 at its new address on Strada Nicolae Iorga.
The illuminated Brașov city sign turned green in a public gesture honoring Brazil and the friendship between Brazil and Romania.
Diplomats, public officials, business leaders and friends of Brazil gathered in Bucharest on 16 September for the National Day of Brazil reception.
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva secured 51.79% of valid votes against Flávio Bolsonaro's 48.21%. The 3.58 percentage point difference represents the third tightest presidential runoff in Brazil since 1989, following the record-breaking narrow margins of 2022 and 2014.
G1 — Política →President Lula won in 96 out of 139 municipalities in Tocantins during the second round. Although Flávio Bolsonaro won the state overall with 51.37% of the vote, Lula secured his national re-election by achieving 51.79% of the total valid votes.
G1 / Globo →Small businesses have until Friday, October 30, to select their tax regime for 2027 following the tax reform. The changes integrate the new IBS and CBS taxes, aiming to provide more predictability for companies before the next calendar year begins.
Agência Brasil →The 2026 general election runoff saw a significant drop in abstentions, falling to 19.22% of eligible voters. This represents the lowest absence rate in two decades, while the number of blank and null votes also decreased compared to the first round.
Agência Brasil — Política →Following his victory, President Lula held meetings at Alvorada Palace with the Foreign Minister, Defense Minister, and international advisors. The president received numerous congratulatory calls from world leaders while preparing for his historic fourth term beginning in 2027.
G1 — Política →A fire started during land clearing in the Vigia neighborhood spread beyond control, destroying a parked car and injuring local wildlife. Firefighters rescued animals with burns, highlighting the extreme dangers of using fire for vegetation removal during dry periods.
G1 / Globo →Abstention rates in the 2026 runoff fell to 19.22%, marking the lowest level since 2006. Nearly 3 million fewer voters stayed home compared to the first round, and there was a notable decline in both blank and null ballots.
Agência Brasil →Voters in Macedônia, Martinópolis, and Narandiba chose new mayors alongside the presidential vote following previous judicial disqualifications. While Macedônia and Martinópolis confirmed winners, the election in Narandiba remains sub judice due to the lead candidate's annulled status.
Agência Brasil — Política →Rafael Fonteles, Piauí Governor and campaign coordinator, stated that the final 4.43 million vote margin surprised the technical team. He credited the result to intense social media engagement and high street mobilization from young voters and the general population.
G1 — Política →Governor Eduardo Riedel sanctioned a law recognizing people with cleft lip and palate as persons with disabilities (PCD). The legislation aims to provide legal security and facilitate access to multidisciplinary treatment and inclusion policies within the state.
G1 / Globo →Macedônia, Martinópolis, and Narandiba held new mayoral elections after previous mandates were revoked by the Electoral Court. Edvaldo Fechio and Humberto Oliveira were elected in their respective cities, while Narandiba's result awaits a final court decision regarding candidate eligibility.
Agência Brasil →President Lula increased his vote count in every Brazilian state between rounds, gaining 10.3 million additional votes. In contrast, Flávio Bolsonaro saw a decline in six states, while Lula achieved a significant victory by flipping the result in Minas Gerais.
Agência Brasil — Política →The TSE has released detailed voting data for every electoral section across Brazil. Lula was re-elected with 51.79% of the valid votes nationally, and citizens can now search the specific results by state, city, and individual polling station.
G1 — Política →Two suspects were apprehended after stealing 20 professional grooming scissors valued at R$ 14,000 from a veterinary clinic. The theft caused power outages that resulted in the loss of refrigerated vaccines and other essential animal health supplies.
G1 / Globo →Five people were arrested in São Paulo for electoral crimes, including photographing electronic voting machines and disrespecting election officials. Security forces mobilized across 645 municipalities to ensure safety at polling stations and protect the integrity of the vote.
Agência Brasil →Headlines sourced from Agência Brasil and G1 (Globo). Summaries translated with AI assistance; please consult the original outlet before quoting.
