Outgoing Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has been selected for the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2010, according to a news release from the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust.

• Mr. Lula was selected for the award by an international jury, chaired by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, mainly for promoting strong ties among the developing countries, promoting inclusive growth and for his contribution to the cause of India-Brazil partnership.