Madrid:The Thirtieth Ibero-American Summit of Heads of State and Government has approved several cooperation instruments, including the Madrid Declaration, focusing on digital transformation, academic mobility, social inclusion, and the prevention of natural catastrophes.
According to Angola Press News Agency, the summit was chaired by King Filipe VI of Spain and was attended by heads of state and government, as well as representatives from 22 countries of the Ibero-American Community. Téte António, Angola's Foreign Affairs Minister, represented President João Lourenço at the event held on November 4-5.
A significant development at the summit was Angola's formal adhesion to the Ibero-American Community as an Associate Observer State, as noted in the Madrid Declaration. India and Turkey also joined in this capacity, while the Association of Caribbean States became an Advisory Observer. This new status opens up opportunities for Angola to deepen diplomatic and cooperative relations with Ibero-American Community member countries.
During the plenary session, discussions revolved around current political, economic, social, and technological challenges, with an emphasis on strengthening multilateralism, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence. Participants also focused on enhancing academic mobility, promoting social inclusion, ensuring environmental sustainability, and improving measures for preventing and addressing natural disasters.
The Madrid Declaration underscores the commitment of the member states to political dialogue, respect for International Law, adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter, and the enhancement of Ibero-American cooperation.
