President Droupadi Murmu’s four-day state visit to Angola (November 8–11, 2025) marked a historic moment as she became the first Indian Head of State to visit the country. The visit coincided with Angola’s 50th Independence Anniversary and 40 years of India-Angola diplomatic relations. During her meetings with President João Lourenço, discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in energy, defence, technology, agriculture, and skill development.
India and Angola also explored long-term partnerships in oil, gas, rare earth minerals, and digital technologies, while President Murmu highlighted youth empowerment and educational collaboration. She addressed the Indian diaspora in Luanda and joined Angola’s independence celebrations. The visit reinforced India’s strategic engagement with Africa, aligning with its goal of building deeper South-South partnerships and advancing global cooperation.
