Lula Meets Trump: First Contact Described as 'Tranquil'The first meeting between Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and US President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday was characterized as a calm and courteous encounter.
According to analyst Marcelo Lins, the initial contact between the two leaders was "marked by suavity and gentleness." The assessment came as President Lula arrived at the White House for a working meeting scheduled for the early afternoon.
A notable detail from the arrival was that President Trump did not employ his well-known firm handshake, often referred to as a "bear grip," when greeting the Brazilian president.
The meeting represents a significant diplomatic engagement between the leaders of the two largest economies in the Americas.