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07-05-2025
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Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco on 4-day State Visit to India
Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco on 4-day State Visit to India | Firstpost Africa Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco on 4-day State Visit to India | Firstpost Africa | N18G Angolan President João Lourenço's four-day state visit to India marks a historic moment—his first and the first by an Angolan leader in nearly 40 years. As India and Angola celebrate 40 years of diplomatic ties, both nations are looking to expand cooperation in energy, trade, defense, and education. Angola's vast oil reserves and strategic role in the African Union position it as a key partner in India's Africa outreach. This report explores the significance of the visit, major agreements signed, and how the growing partnership fits into New Delhi's global and regional strategy. See More
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
"Angolan President specifically asked for India's support in healthcare": MEA
New Delhi: Ministry of External Affairs said that Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco "specifically" requested India's support in improving healthcare infrastructure in Angola during the delegation level talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi. Addressing a press briefing on Saturday, MEA secretary (Economic Relations) Dammu Ravi said, "In the health area, there was a lot of discussion. Angolan President Lourenco specifically asked for India's support in healthcare, doctors and paramedical forces. There is a need in great numbers. They are expanding the healthcare sector with the creation of new hospitals in that country. And Honorable Prime Minister mentioned about not only the possibility of supplying vaccines and medicines and pharma products in Africa, but also to be able to set up Janaushadhi units in that country. We will be exploring that opportunity." MEA officials also informed that discussions were also held on subjects of space and digital infrastructure. "The new areas of cooperation which were discussed by the two leaders is actually Space. As you know, Angola already has a satellite mission control centre, which is currently assisted by the Russians and the French, but India has low-cost satellite launch technologies and Honorable Prime Minister offered this to Angola. And we will have to see how we can expand this particular area of great interest to both sides. And there is a lot of potential there," he said. "The Digital Public Infrastructure is another area that was discussed and again there seems to be great promise there and for Angola admittedly it is a new area. But Honorable Prime Minister explained the benefits of it and how it can enhance the governance part, the ease of living part and it was very well received by Honorable President Lourenco and we will see how our exports can take this forward," official added. Meanwhile, India and Angola have decided to boost their defence cooperation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, offering $200 million worth of lines of credit in the defence sector during the visit of Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco.
The Print
04-05-2025
- Business
- The Print
Banquet hosted for Angolan President by PM Modi highlights fraternal ties
New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): In a celebration of shared heritage and growing goodwill, a medley of Angolan Zimbho songs and Indian music was played during a banquet hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in honour of visiting Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco at Hyderabad House. During the Banquet hosted by PM @narendramodi for President H.E. Mr. João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço @jlprdeangola in Hyderabad House, a medley of Angolan Zimbho songs and Indian music was played… — Indian Diplomacy (@IndianDiplomacy) May 4, 2025 In a post on X, the official account for India's Public Diplomacy, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), shared the glimpses, stating, 'Strengthening people-to-people ties & promoting cultural understanding. During the Banquet hosted by PM Narendra Modi for Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco in Hyderabad House, a medley of Angolan Zimbho songs and Indian music was played, highlighting the fraternal ties between the two countries.' The banquet, held as part of President Lourenco's ongoing state visit to India, reflected the mutual appreciation and cultural diplomacy that underpins the India-Angola relationship. The event brought together dignitaries and senior officials from both nations, aiming to reinforce bilateral ties across sectors. Earlier, Union Health Minister and BJP National President JP Nadda on Sunday met with the President of Angola, Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco. Angolan President Lourenco, during his state visit to India, emphasised a renewed vision for India-Angola ties, calling for a deeper economic partnership. Lourenco, on Saturday, received a ceremonial welcome at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan. President Droupadi Murmu, PM Modi, EAM Jaishankar and others were also present. Lourenco also paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat by laying a wreath at Mahatma Gandhi's memorial. The Angolan President also signed the visitors' book after laying a wreath, paying homage at Mahatma Gandhi's memorial. During the visit, both countries also discussed the upcoming 4th India-Africa Forum Summit. Angola, as chair of the African Union, assured India of its commitment to facilitate the summit and work with other African leaders to finalise mutually convenient dates. (ANI) This report is auto-generated from ANI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
The Hindu
04-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Angolan president invites Indian businesses to utilise its strategic location for export opportunities
Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco invited Indian businesses to explore opportunities that place the African nation at the centre of their export strategies. Speaking on Sunday, he highlighted areas for cooperation, including agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy. Mr. Goncalves, currently on a visit to India, highlighted Angola's strategic location with privileged access to regional markets through the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). He was addressing the India-Angola Business Forum here. The relationship between Angola and India is built on a solid legal and institutional foundation, developed over decades of cooperation. The existing bilateral agreements — in areas such as health, energy, financial services, and diplomatic mobility — reflect both countries' commitment to a structured, transparent, and mutually beneficial partnership, stated Mr. Lourenco. "We invite Indian entrepreneurs to explore these logistical opportunities that can place Angola at the centre of their export strategies — both for Africa and the wider world," said the President. He went on to talk about the various sectors for cooperation, which include the pharmaceutical industry, the agriculture sector, and the renewable energy sector. India's dynamism "We firmly believe that this transformation will only be truly sustainable if it is supported by strong, fair, and innovative partnerships. Without doubt, India's business dynamism, technological excellence, and capacity for innovation are qualities that Angola deeply values and with which we wish to walk side by side," he said. Kirti Vardhan Singh, Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest & Climate Change, said, "Looking ahead, there are several priority sectors where we can deepen collaboration. In the energy sector, we can develop oil and gas infrastructure and partner in clean energy. In the field of education and skilling, India can play an important role in education and capacity building through high tech training and an increased number of scholarships." CII President Sanjiv Puri addressed the gathering and spoke about the sectors that hold promise between India and Angola. "Angola has a very strong mining sector and the third largest diamond production in Africa. The country also possesses repositories of critical minerals, including copper, gold, uranium, lead, and zinc. I truly believe that joint exploration in diamond processing and other critical minerals would develop a critical minerals value chain, potentially impacting crucial sectors like RE and EV manufacturing," he said.
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Angola President Lourenco invites Indian businesses to explore export opportunities
Angola President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco on Sunday invited Indian businesses to explore opportunities that can place the African nation at the centre of their export strategies, highlighting areas for mutual cooperation, including agriculture, pharmaceutical and renewable energy. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India much better equipped to target cross-border terror since Balakot India conducts maiden flight-trials of stratospheric airship platform Pakistan shuts ports for Indian ships after New Delhi bans imports from Islamabad Goncalves, currently on a visit to India, highlighted Angola's strategic location with privileged access to regional markets through the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). He was addressing the India-Angola Business Forum here. Continue to video 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 20 of the World's Scariest Bridges Learn More Undo The relationship between Angola and India is built on a solid legal and institutional foundation, developed over decades of cooperation. The existing bilateral agreements -- in areas such as health, energy, financial services, and diplomatic mobility -- reflect both countries' commitment to a structured, transparent, and mutually beneficial partnership, stated Lourenco. "We invite Indian entrepreneurs to explore these logistical opportunities that can place Angola at the centre of their export strategies -- both for Africa and the wider world," said the President. Live Events He went on to talk about the various sectors for cooperation, which includes the pharmaceutical industry, agriculture sector, and renewable energy sector. "We firmly believe that this transformation will only be truly sustainable if it is supported by strong, fair, and innovative partnerships. Without doubt, India's business dynamism, technological excellence, and capacity for innovation are qualities that Angola deeply values and with which we wish to walk side by side," he said. Kirti Vardhan Singh, Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest & Climate Change, said, "Looking ahead, there are several priority sectors where we can deepen collaboration. In the energy sector, we can develop oil and gas infrastructure and partner on clean energy. In the field of education and skilling, India can play an important role in education and capacity building, through high tech training and increased number of scholarships." CII President Sanjiv Puri addressed the gathering and spoke about the areas of opportunities between India and Angola. "Angola has a very strong mining sector and the third largest diamond production in Africa. The country also possesses repositories of critical minerals, including copper, gold, uranium, lead, and zinc. I truly believe that joint exploration in diamond processing and other critical minerals would develop a critical minerals value chain , potentially impacting crucial sectors like RE and EV manufacturing," he said.
