Madrid:Luanda The Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (CPLP) has praised Angola for its historic admission as an Associate Observer State of the Ibero-American Community. This notable achievement marks Angola as the first member nation of the CPLP to secure such a designation.
According to Angola Press News Agency, CPLP Executive Secretary Maria de Fátima Jardim emphasized the significance of this milestone during the 30th Ibero-American Summit in Madrid. The new status is seen as enhancing the Portuguese-speaking bloc's international presence while fostering cooperation across Africa, Europe, and Latin America.
Jardim highlighted that Angola's recognition in multilateral relations opens up new opportunities for deepening connections with Ibero-American countries. The membership is particularly significant for the CPLP, as it strengthens the international profile of its member states and expands the network of partnerships.
The CPLP comprises Angola, Brazil, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Equatorial Guinea, Mozambique, Portugal, São Tomé and Príncipe, and Timor-Leste. The Ibero-American organization includes Spain, Portugal, Andorra, and 19 Latin American countries, such as Argentina, Brazil, and Chile, among others.
With Angola's accession, the Ibero-American Community extends its cooperation to the African continent, creating new opportunities for closer ties between Africa, Europe, and Latin America. For Angola, the new status is a platform to enhance political dialogue, promote exchanges, and develop joint initiatives in various fields, including education and sustainable development.
