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President Murmu hosted Angola's President Joao Lourenco at Rashtrapati Bhavan, celebrating his nation's African Union leadership. The visit marks the first high-level Angola-India engagement in nearly four decades. PM Modi and EAM Jaishankar held key discussions with Lourenco to deepen bilateral cooperation. Both nations aim to strengthen India-Africa relations through this historic diplomatic engagement.

Key Points: President Murmu Hosts Angola Leader Joao Lourenco at Rashtrapati Bhavan

  • Murmu congratulates Angola on AU leadership
  • First Angola state visit in 40 years
  • PM Modi holds bilateral talks
  • Jaishankar highlights India-Africa partnership
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President Murmu recieves Angola's President for banquet in Rashtrapati Bhavan

President Droupadi Murmu welcomes Angola's President Joao Lourenco for a state banquet, marking a historic visit to strengthen India-Africa ties.

"This historic state visit will open a new chapter in the long-standing ties between India and Angola. - Rashtrapati Bhavan"

New Delhi, May 3

President Droupadi Murmu received Angola's President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco at Rashtrapati Bhavan and hosted a banquet in his honour on Saturday, a statement by the Rashtrapati Bhavan said.

Murmu congratulated Angola on taking over as Chair of the African Union.

In a post on X, the Rashtrapati Bhavan said, "President Droupadi Murmu received President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco of Angola at Rashtrapati Bhavan and hosted a banquet in his honour. The President congratulated Angola on taking over as Chair of the African Union. Both leaders agreed that this historic state visit, the first from either side in nearly four decades, will open a new chapter in the long-standing ties between India and Angola."

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Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Lourenco, at Hyderabad House.

PM Modi, along with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, also held a bilateral meeting with President Lourenco at Hyderabad House.

Sharing a post on X, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal wrote, "Fostering India-Angola special relationship. PM @narendramodi warmly received President Mr. Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco of Angola at Hyderabad House ahead of their bilateral talks."

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Earlier, EAM Jaishankar had also met with Angolan President during his state visit to India. He further said that the meeting between PM Modi and Angolan President is expected to strengthen cooperation not just between India and Angola, but also boost India-Africa relations.

Sharing a post on X, Jaishankar wrote, "Honored to call-on President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco of Angola during his State Visit to India. Value his warm sentiments for India and guidance for taking forward our partnership. Confident that his talks with PM @narendramodi later today will chart new avenues of growth for India-Angola & India-Africa ties."

Lourenco, earlier in the day, received a ceremonial welcome at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan. President Droupadi Murmu, PM Modi, EAM Jaishankar and others were also present.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Great to see India strengthening ties with African nations! Angola is resource-rich and can be an important partner. Our President and PM are doing excellent diplomatic work. 🇮🇳🤝🇦🇴
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Priya M.
The pictures from Rashtrapati Bhavan look beautiful! President Murmu represents India with such grace. Hope this visit leads to more educational exchanges - Angola has much to offer in terms of cultural diversity.
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Amit S.
While I appreciate the diplomatic efforts, I hope our government ensures these partnerships benefit common Indians too. Angola has oil and diamonds - can we get better trade deals for our industries?
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Neha P.
First visit in 40 years? That's surprising! Africa is the future and we need to engage more proactively. Maybe start direct flights between Delhi-Luanda to boost tourism and business ties. ✈️
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Vikram D.
Good move! China has been very active in Africa. India needs to counter their influence with genuine partnerships. Our approach of capacity building and training is better than just resource extraction.
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Sunita R.
The banquet must have been spectacular! Would love to know what Indian dishes were served to introduce Angolan President to our cuisine. Food diplomacy is powerful - remember how PM Modi gifted mangoes to Obama? 😄

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