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Headline: India and Angola Forge Stronger Ties During Landmark Presidential Visit

Luanda, Angola – November 10, 2025 – President Droupadi Murmu concluded high-level bilateral discussions with Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço in Luanda on Sunday, marking the first state visit by an Indian President to the African nation. The visit coincides with Angola’s 50th Independence Day celebrations and the 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties between India and Angola.

President Murmu emphasized the “unlimited possibilities” for expanded cooperation between the two countries, highlighting key sectors such as energy, agriculture, food processing, and pharmaceuticals. She also pointed to the potential for strengthening ties in critical minerals exploration, diamond processing, and defense production.

“India is committed to forging strong ties with Angola, one of the major oil producers in Africa,” President Murmu stated, recalling President Lourenço’s visit to India in May.

While Angola currently enjoys a trade surplus with India, largely due to India being its second-largest oil importer, both leaders expressed a desire to diversify and deepen economic partnerships. President Murmu specifically noted the capabilities of Indian companies in exploring rare earth minerals, and the potential for collaboration in electric vehicles, semiconductor technology, and artificial intelligence. Furthermore, she suggested sharing India’s expertise in building rail and road infrastructure, offering high-speed “Vande Bharat” trains to Angola.

President Murmu offered to share India’s expertise in digital public infrastructure, developed through financial inclusion and e-commerce services. She also invited Angolan citizens to participate in the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) program, a skilling module designed for foreign nationals. She concluded by stating India’s commitment to sharing parliamentary practices to Angola.

The President’s visit underscores India’s growing engagement with Africa and its commitment to strengthening economic and strategic partnerships across the continent. Following her Angola visit, President Murmu will travel to Botswana for a similar state visit.

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