Nelson Motta
Reporter - Agência Brasil

Brasília – President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva sent a message to His Holiness, Pope Benedict XVI, chosen Tuesday (19) by 115 cardinals who participated in the Conclave at the Vatican. In the message, Brazilian President emphasizes the current moment of renewed hope for the world.

"I have special satisfaction in complimenting Your Holiness, in the name of Brazilian Government and people, for your election for Saint Peter’s throne. I am sure that Your Holiness will promote peace and social justice, at the same time as the spiritual and moral values of the Church," says the President’s message.

The message was released by the Presidential Press Secretariat.

Translation: Andréa Alves