China and Angola announced a significant upgrade in their diplomatic relationship on Friday, marking a new chapter in their bilateral cooperation.
The announcement came during a meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Angolan President Joao Lourenco, who was on a three-day state visit to China.
The two leaders agreed to elevate the relationship between their countries to a “comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership.”
This new designation signifies a deepening of ties across various sectors, including politics, economics, and culture.
Angolan President Lourenco’s visit included meetings with other high-ranking Chinese officials, including Premier Li Qiang and Zhao Leji, chairman of the National People’s Congress.
He will also participate in a business forum focused on attracting investment to Angola and visit Shandong Province, a major economic center in China.
The strengthened partnership reflects the long-standing economic ties between the two nations.
Angola has been China’s largest trading partner in Africa since 2007, with a bilateral trade volume exceeding $24.8 billion in 2010 alone.
This new development suggests an even closer economic relationship on the horizon.
