President Joao Lourenco of Angola Discusses Biden's Upcoming Visit
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President Lourenco emphasized his commitment to fostering a stronger relationship with the U.S., aiming to attract investment and open up the U.S. market for Angola's exports. He stated, 'We want to have U.S. investment coming to Angola and also having the U.S. market as a destination of Angolan investment. And for such, of course, we need to take this step.' His remarks underscore the strategic importance he places on enhancing Angola’s economic ties with the U.S.
The visit of President Biden to Angola is seen as a pivotal moment in U.S.-Angola relations, highlighting efforts to counter China's influence in the region. Lourenco stated, 'The fruits of those efforts will be on display next week when President Biden becomes the first sitting U.S. leader to visit Angola.' This indicates a shift in diplomatic focus towards increased collaboration between the two nations and reflects a new era in foreign relations.
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