Manila, Nov. 10 -- Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will make the first state visit by a sitting Brazilian president to the Philippines on Nov. 14, meeting with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to strengthen bilateral ties and attending the 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits.

The visit coincides with the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Brazil, established on July 4, 1946.

Lula, who was reelected two weeks ago, will attend the ASEAN leaders' summit on Nov. 15 as Guest of the Chair.

The Philippines will host the regional gathering from Nov. 15 to 17, bringing together Southeast Asian leaders and dialogue partners, including United States President Donald Trump.

Marcos invited Lula to...