His remarks came during a press conference prior to his departure to South Korea from India. Lula’s visit was initially for the India AI Impact Summit and extended for a bilateral meeting with PM Narendra Modi. Praising India’s stance in negotiations, Lula emphasized the absence of a colonizer mindset, unlike dealing with richer nations where individual happiness often takes a backseat. According to Lula, the power dynamic between Brazil and India is balanced, with a mutual understanding of each other’s needs and equal standing in negotiations.