New Delhi, May 4 (ANI): India and Angola have highlighted the urgent need for reforming the United Nations (UN) to align with the current global landscape, with both countries affirming their shared interest in ensuring meaningful transformation of international governance structures.
At a press conference following the state visit of Angolan President Joao Lourenco, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Secretary (Economic Relations) Dammu Ravi remarked, “Honorable President Lourenco also mentioned about India playing a greater role in the world context and he sees a great role internationally, particularly in the UN system, the reform of the UN. Both have a collective interest to ensure that the reform takes place effectively and reflects the contemporary realities.”
President Lourenco’s comments echoed India’s long-standing advocacy for reforms in global institutions, including the pursuit of a permanent seat on the UN Security Council. Angola, currently chairing the African Union, also voiced its support for amplifying the voices of African and developing nations, particularly within the framework of the Global South.
Ravi emphasized Angola’s recognition of India’s rising global stature and its potential role in fostering a more just and inclusive global order. “He also mentioned about the rise of India and how it can play in the context of not just Angola but also Africa…India and Africa playing a stronger, dynamic, and facilitating role in the Global South, with Africa at its core,” Ravi stated.
The discussions between the two nations also touched upon the upcoming 4th India-Africa Forum Summit. As the current chair of the African Union, Angola reiterated its commitment to facilitating the summit and working with other African leaders to finalize mutually agreeable dates.
In addition to reinforcing multilateral cooperation, India and Angola strengthened their bilateral ties through the signing of three Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in the fields of agriculture, culture, and traditional medicine. Furthermore, Angola submitted its framework agreement to join the International Solar Alliance (ISA), a step that is expected to formally induct it as the 123rd member of the initiative.
Ravi also noted the significant contribution of the vibrant Indian diaspora in Angola, which numbers around 8,000 individuals and is involved in sectors ranging from retail and trade to professional services. This thriving community further solidifies the people-to-people ties between the two nations.
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