Brazil’s forthcoming election is expected to be a closely contested race between the country’s left-wing incumbent, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and his right-wing rival, Flávio Bolsonaro.
Polling cited in the available reporting suggests the contest could be tight, setting up a competitive election between the two candidates. Lula is seeking to retain office, while Bolsonaro is challenging him from the right.
The limited information available does not provide further details about the candidates’ campaigns, the timing of the vote or the issues shaping the race. The election is therefore currently defined by the narrow gap suggested by polling and the contrasting political positions of the two leading contenders.
The latest indication is that Brazil is heading towards a closely run contest, with the eventual result remaining uncertain on the information available.
