Accra:Israel's ambassador, Leo Vinovezky, has commended Angola's political and economic stability, as well as its regional leadership, under President João Lourenço.
According to Angola Press News Agency, the ambassador, speaking on the occasion of Israel's upcoming legislative elections scheduled for October 27, congratulated Angola on its recent achievements across various sectors. He described these accomplishments as 'truly impressive.'
Vinovezky, who has been stationed in Angola for a year, noted the country's solid trajectory of political stability and growth. He attended a solemn session at the National Assembly and expressed admiration for the progress achieved under President Lourenço's leadership.
The ambassador highlighted the potential for enhanced bilateral relations between Angola and Israel. He praised ongoing cooperation in areas such as agriculture, technology, health, fisheries, art and culture, water management, security, and religious tourism. Vinovezky expressed 'enormous optimism' about the future of the partnership, recalling that Israel opened its embassy in Angola 30 years ago and emphasizing his country's readiness to advance dialogue between the two nations.
On the subject of Israel's legislative elections, Vinovezky mentioned that Israeli citizens residing in Angola had already participated in early voting at the embassy. He noted that early voting for Israeli diplomats and state officials was available at approximately 100 diplomatic missions worldwide, in countries with which Israel maintains official diplomatic relations. A total of 38 parties are competing in these elections to fill 120 seats in Parliament.