Luanda, Angola – (African Boulevard News) – Angola and Portugal have signed a new cooperation agreement, marking the start of a new phase in their relationship. The Portuguese President, António Costa, was welcomed to Angola by President João Lourenço on Monday, where they signed the agreement.
The new agreement will focus on strengthening cooperation in a number of areas, including trade, investment, education, and culture. Speaking after the signing of the agreement, President Lourenço stated that the partnership between Angola and Portugal is a “valuable asset” for both countries.
“The signing of this agreement represents an important step forward in our relationship with Portugal,” said President Lourenço. “We are committed to working together to strengthen cooperation in a number of areas, including trade, investment, education, and culture. This partnership is a valuable asset for both our countries, and we look forward to working together in the years ahead.”
The new agreement will also aim to promote the exchange of information and best practices between Angola and Portugal, and to support the development of small and medium-sized enterprises in both countries. It will also provide a framework for cooperation in the areas of science, technology and innovation.
In addition, the agreement will seek to strengthen ties between the two countries in the field of education, with a focus on promoting academic exchange programs and increasing the mobility of students and researchers.
“This agreement represents a great opportunity for Angola and Portugal to deepen our cooperation in a number of areas,” said President Costa. “We are committed to working together to promote trade and investment, to support the development of small and medium-sized enterprises, and to enhance our cooperation in the fields of education and culture.”
The signing of the new agreement was met with enthusiasm by business leaders and industry experts in both Angola and Portugal. According to Paulo Vaz de Carvalho, President of the Portuguese-Angolan Chamber of Commerce, the agreement “opens up new opportunities for cooperation and investment, and will help to strengthen ties between our two countries.”
The new cooperation agreement between Angola and Portugal is seen as a positive step towards building a stronger relationship between the two countries and promoting economic growth and development in the region. As both countries seek to strengthen their position on the global stage, this agreement is likely to play an important role in facilitating closer ties and cooperation in a number of key areas.
