US President Joe Biden spoke by telephone with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. According to the Planalto presidential palace, the call was initiated by Biden, who confirmed his attendance at the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro on 18 and 19 November.

The two leaders also discussed President Biden’s planned visit to Manaus on 17 November, ahead of the G20 Summit. During his visit, Biden will tour the Amazon rainforest and meet with local leaders, indigenous communities, and environmentalists working to preserve the ecosystem. This information was released by White House Press Secretary Karen Jean-Pierre. The two presidents also agreed to hold a bilateral meeting in Rio de Janeiro.