Brazil’s presidential election will be decided in a second-round run-off after no candidate secured the majority required to win outright in the first round. Senator Flávio Bolsonaro finished ahead of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, with the run-off scheduled for 25 October.
Key developments:
- Flávio Bolsonaro led the first-round vote with around 47%, while Lula received about 45%.
- Brazilian law requires a candidate to win more than 50% of valid votes to avoid a run-off.
- The result extends Brazil’s closely contested presidential race into a decisive second round on 25 October.
The campaign has centred on the economy, public security and Brazil’s political direction, with the outcome expected to influence the country’s domestic policies and international relations. The run-off campaign is likely to focus on attracting supporters of eliminated candidates and undecided voters.
ℹ️ Al Jazeera, Reuters
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