In a momentous event set for Thursday, November 30, US President Joe Biden will welcome Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço to the White House, in a bid to enhance US-Angola relations . This significant meeting, announced by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, marks 30 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Angola, showcasing a solidifying partnership between the two nations.
Central to the discussions will be bolstering trade, investment, and cooperation in climate and energy sectors. The leaders will explore opportunities under the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGI) project, particularly focusing on the Lobito Corridor project. This ambitious initiative, led by President Biden, aims to create a key trade link connecting Angola, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Zambia to international markets via Angola’s strategic Lobito port, offering substantial economic benefits and enhancing regional trade.
The meeting is an extension of the framework established during the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit. It emphasizes strengthening the partnership between the United States and African nations to address regional and global challenges collaboratively. This dialogue underscores the White House’s commitment to enhancing collaboration with African nations, emphasizing the need for continued dialogue and joint efforts in tackling shared challenges.
As the leaders convene to celebrate three decades of diplomatic ties, their conversations are expected to cover a wide range of topics, extending beyond bilateral cooperation to address broader geopolitical issues. This encounter between President Biden and President Lourenço symbolizes a mutual commitment to navigating the complexities of the modern world together, forging new paths in US-Angola relations.
