Brazil officially has a new but familiar president as Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was sworn in for the third time following his defeat of Jair Bolsinaro last year.
The leftist politician, known as Lula, had held Brazil’s highest office between 2003 and 2010 after three attempts to get the top job.
His speech to congress on Sunday outlined many of the issues and political priorities ahead of the leader: investing in education and health.
“The great edifice of rights, sovereignty and development that this nation built has been systematically demolished in recent years. And to re-erect this edifice, we are going to direct all our efforts,” he said.
A man carrying an explosive device and a knife had been arrested while attempting to enter the inauguration in the Brazilian capital city, according to military police.
Up to 300,000 people have gathered along the esplanade to celebrate following a ceremony in Brazil’s congress.
