On 25 October 2026, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva defeated Flávio Bolsonaro in Brazil’s presidential runoff election, securing a fourth non-consecutive term with approximately 51% of the vote.
- Election result: Lula received over 51.49 million votes, while Flávio Bolsonaro secured 48.68% of the vote.
- Historic achievement: At the age of 80, Lula is set to become Brazil’s oldest president to take the oath of office, with his swearing-in scheduled for 5 January 2027.
- Key campaign issues: Lula focused on the cost of living, a reduced workweek and the possibility of free public transport on weekends. His victory also interrupted the recent electoral trend of right-wing victories in several South American countries.
