Brazilian President Lula Meets New York City Mayor Mamdani in New York

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva met New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Monday in New York, ahead of Lula's speech at the UN General Assembly. The two leftist leaders discussed common challenges, including the rising cost of living. Lula highlighted his social programs for the poor, and Mamdani said he would draw inspiration from them. Lula is also scheduled to meet Senator Bernie Sanders. The meeting comes as Lula campaigns for a fourth term in Brazil's October election, where he is tied with conservative rival Flavio Bolsonaro.