Brazilian president begins three-day state visit

(7 Mar 2006) SHOTLIST
1. Horse drawn carriage pulling up at Horse Guards, and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio "Lula" da Silva and Queen Elizabeth II getting out, followed by da Silva's wife and Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh - group pose for photos before entering building
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Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was welcomed by Queen Elizabeth II on Tuesday at the start of his three-day state visit to Britain.
Da Silva, known as "Lula," is travelling with a delegation of cabinet ministers and Brazilian business leaders for a visit intended to promote trade between the two nations and boost cooperation in a range of areas including fighting AIDS and improving education.
After a ceremonial welcome at Horse Guards and a carriage ride down the Mall to Buckingham Palace, da Silva and his wife will have lunch with the queen and visit an exhibition of Brazilian artworks from the royal collection.
They will attend a state banquet on Tuesday evening at the palace, where they are staying.
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