Brazilian voters will soon choose between incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro in what Al Jazeera describes as a tight presidential race.
Key facts
- Brazilian voters will soon decide the country's next president.
- President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is seeking to retain office.
- His challenger is the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro.
- Al Jazeera describes the contest as a tight race.
Brazilian voters are preparing to choose the country’s next president in what Al Jazeera describes as a tight race.
At the centre of the contest is incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who is seeking to retain office, according to Al Jazeera.
His challenger is the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, the outlet reports.
Al Jazeera characterised the race as tight. Further details about the campaign, including polling and the election timetable, were not provided in the source.
Why it matters
The vote will determine whether Lula secures another term or whether leadership passes to the son of former President Bolsonaro, according to Al Jazeera.
Frequently asked questions
Who are the main candidates in Brazil's presidential race?
According to Al Jazeera, the race is between President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro.
How competitive is the election?
Al Jazeera describes the contest as a tight presidential race.
Who decides the outcome?
Brazilian voters will soon decide between the two candidates, according to Al Jazeera.