French President Emmanuel Macron has formally requested a bilateral meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, which could occur during the leaders' attendance at an artificial intelligence summit in New Delhi. The potential meeting is tentatively scheduled during Lula's visit to India from February 18 to 22, although it has not yet been officially confirmed. The request was conveyed through the French Embassy in Brasília to the Brazilian government, indicating diplomatic engagement between the two nations.

The Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Lula’s upcoming trip to India will involve various discussions, with several other bilateral meetings being requested around the same time, showcasing the high international interest in engaging with Brazil’s leadership. The meeting with Macron comes in the context of an invitation extended to both leaders by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasizing India's role in facilitating discussions among major global powers.

The focus of the summit in New Delhi will be on critical issues related to artificial intelligence, such as technology regulation, digital sovereignty, and data security. This reflects the growing importance of AI in international policy and governance, especially as nations look to navigate the challenges and opportunities posed by advancements in technology. The outcome of the potential Macron-Lula meeting may also highlight the strategic partnership between Brazil and France within the broader international agenda on technological innovation and regulation.