Brazil’s Lula Accuses US President Trump of Seeking to Create ‘New UN’

Brazil’s Lula Accuses US President Trump of Seeking to Create ‘New UN’ 

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has accused US President Donald Trump of attempting to establish a “new United Nations”, warning that the move could weaken existing multilateral institutions and destabilise the global diplomatic order.

Lula made the remarks while addressing supporters in Brazil, reacting to Trump’s proposal for a new international body reportedly aimed at managing global conflicts outside the traditional United Nations framework. According to the Brazilian leader, such an initiative risks undermining the UN Charter, replacing collective decision-making with unilateral influence dominated by powerful states.

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The criticism follows Trump’s recent unveiling of a proposed “Board of Peace”, which he has promoted as a more effective alternative to the UN in resolving global crises. Lula argued that instead of creating parallel structures, world powers should focus on reforming the United Nations, particularly by expanding the UN Security Council to better represent Africa, Latin America and the Global South.

Lula warned that the world is entering a “very dangerous moment” where multilateralism is being challenged by selective alliances and power blocs. He stressed that peace and stability can only be sustained through inclusive global dialogue, not through institutions controlled by a few countries.

The comments come amid broader geopolitical shifts, with several Global South leaders expressing concern over growing pressure on international institutions. China has also reaffirmed its support for the central role of the United Nations, aligning with Brazil’s position that global governance must remain balanced and rules-based.

Analysts say Lula’s remarks highlight widening divisions over the future of global governance, as debates intensify around reforming the UN versus creating alternative international platforms championed by major powers.

Brazil’s Lula Accuses US President Trump of Seeking to Create ‘New UN’