Lula Warns of Rising Threats to Democracy from Extremism and Organized Crime in Latin America

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva warned that rising threats from extremism and organized crime are endangering democracy in Latin America during his speech at the IV Cumbre in Santa Marta.

• During the IV Cumbre of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States in Santa Marta, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva emphasized the dangers of political extremism and organized crime in Latin America.
• Lula highlighted the manipulation of information as a significant threat to democracy, echoing concerns shared by leaders from the United States and Denmark regarding regional stability.
• The Brazilian presidents remarks come amid growing unease about the influence of militar and organized crime in governance across Brazil and the wider Latin America region.