CPV Delegation Visits Angola to Enhance Friendship and Cooperation
A delegation from the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), led by Nguyen Trong Nghia—Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for Information and Education—visited Angola from May 26-29.
During meetings with leaders of the ruling People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) and some Angolan ministries, Nghia emphasized that the visit aimed to strengthen the traditional solidarity, friendship, and cooperation between the two countries’ Parties, States, and peoples. The visit also aimed to prepare for the 50th anniversary of the bilateral diplomatic ties in 2025.
Nghia highlighted Vietnam’s foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, peace, friendship, cooperation and development, and the multilateralization and diversification of external relations. He stressed that the CPV values the Party’s external relations as a solid political foundation for the State’s relations and for the stable and sustainable development of Vietnam’s ties with other countries.
At a meeting with the CPV delegation in Luanda, MPLA Secretary-General Paulo Pombolo noted that the MPLA leader and President of Angola prioritize strengthening relations with parties that support Angola’s development efforts, with the CPV being a top priority. Angola seeks investment to develop its economy and hopes Vietnamese investors will contribute to local economic growth. Pombolo assured that Angola is ready to provide the best conditions for Vietnamese businesses to operate.
Pombolo also invited Vietnam, known for its advanced technology in media, agriculture, mining, and construction, to share its expertise with Angola.
Nghia reaffirmed Vietnam’s commitment to multifaceted cooperation with Angola and the MPLA, recalling the MPLA and Angolan people’s support for Vietnam during its struggle for national liberation and reunification. He cited the naming of a large avenue in downtown Luanda after President Ho Chi Minh as a testament to the respect and friendship between the Angolan and Vietnamese people.
To further enhance bilateral ties, Nghia proposed increasing mutual visits at all levels, especially high-level delegations from both countries’ Parties, States, Governments, and parliaments, to build political trust and guide multifaceted cooperation. He also expressed the hope that the MPLA leader and President of Angola would visit Vietnam soon to share experiences and sign cooperation agreements, particularly in preparation for the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations. He advocated for youth and women’s organization exchanges and enhanced mutual support in international forums.
Both sides agreed to explore new cooperation areas. In talks with Manuel Domigos Augusto, Politburo member and Secretary for External Affairs of the MPLA, and Esteves Carlos Hilario, Politburo member and Secretary for Information and Communications, Nghia shared insights on Party building and Vietnam’s socio-economic development strategy. They discussed promoting high-level visits by Angolan Party and State leaders to Vietnam and signing a cooperation agreement between the two Parties for 2024-2029. Both sides committed to planning the 50th anniversary celebrations of diplomatic relations and to enhancing communications to deepen mutual understanding among their peoples, especially the youth.
Vietnam and Angola also agreed to coordinate on international and regional issues, supporting each other to enhance their prestige and influence in multilateral forums of political parties.
During the visit, the CPV delegation met with Angolan Minister of External Relations Tete Antonio, who asked Vietnam to share development experiences, particularly in economic diversification. He highlighted Angola’s potential as a gateway to the African market and a favorable investment destination for Vietnamese businesses.
Nghia affirmed Vietnam’s desire to strengthen relations with Angola and suggested Angola provide information and support policies to help Vietnamese businesses expand. He also called for favorable conditions and protection for the legitimate interests of the Vietnamese community in Angola.
In a meeting with Angolan Minister of Telecommunications and Information Technology Mario Augusto da Silva Oliveira, Nghia proposed stronger partnerships in the information and communications technology sector to facilitate telecoms cooperation and project implementation. He also suggested collaboration between the two countries’ press agencies to share information and promote cultural exchange.
Oliveira expressed hope for cooperation in telecommunications and new technology, requesting Vietnam’s assistance in building mobile phone, router, and fiber optic cable factories, and in training telecom personnel. He also urged close collaboration between the two countries’ press agencies.
