NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held bilateral talks with Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, announcing a $200 million defence credit line to Angola and expanding cooperation in public infrastructure, defence and space technology.
He also reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening India-Africa ties and taking a tough stance against terrorism. “Committed to taking firm, decisive action against terrorists and those who support them,” PM Modi said after the meeting.
President Lourenco was warmly welcomed at Hyderabad House by PM Modi, external affairs minister S Jaishankar, and foreign secretary Vikram Misri.
The leaders engaged in discussions aimed at deepening cooperation across sectors such as agriculture, traditional medicine, and cultural exchange.
The ministry of external affairs, sharing a post on X said, “Fostering India-Angola special relationship. PM Narendra Modi warmly received President Mr. Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco of Angola at Hyderabad House ahead of their bilateral talks.”
Earlier in the day, Lourenco received a ceremonial welcome at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, including a 21-gun salute and Guard of Honour. President Droupadi Murmu and PM Modi were present to receive the visiting dignitary. “A special welcome for a Global South partner,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal posted on X.
Lourenco also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, laying a wreath at his memorial and signing the visitors' book. “Remembering Bapu and his ideals,” Jaiswal wrote in another post.
EAM Jaishankar, who had earlier called on President Lourenco, expressed optimism about the strengthening of India-Angola and broader India-Africa ties. “Honored to call-on President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco of Angola during his State Visit to India. Value his warm sentiments for India and guidance for taking forward our partnership,” he posted. “Confident that his talks with PM Narendra Modi later today will chart new avenues of growth for India-Angola & India-Africa ties.”
Lourenco arrived in New Delhi a day earlier, accompanied by a high-level delegation, and was received at the airport by Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh. The visit is expected to result in the signing of several MoUs across key sectors.
India and Angola established diplomatic relations in 1985. This year marks the 40th anniversary of their formal ties. Angola is also set to chair the African Union in 2025. The two countries have seen frequent high-level engagements, including President Lourenco’s meeting with PM Modi on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in 2018 and the Angola-India meeting at the NAM Ministerial in January 2024.
He also reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening India-Africa ties and taking a tough stance against terrorism. “Committed to taking firm, decisive action against terrorists and those who support them,” PM Modi said after the meeting.
President Lourenco was warmly welcomed at Hyderabad House by PM Modi, external affairs minister S Jaishankar, and foreign secretary Vikram Misri.
The leaders engaged in discussions aimed at deepening cooperation across sectors such as agriculture, traditional medicine, and cultural exchange.
The ministry of external affairs, sharing a post on X said, “Fostering India-Angola special relationship. PM Narendra Modi warmly received President Mr. Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco of Angola at Hyderabad House ahead of their bilateral talks.”
🇮🇳-🇦🇴| A special welcome for a Global South partner.
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) May 3, 2025
President of Angola Mr. João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço was given a 21 gun salute and Guard of Honour as he arrived at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Warmly received by President Droupadi Murmu @rashtrapatibhvn & PM… pic.twitter.com/jRTF7CFeap
Earlier in the day, Lourenco received a ceremonial welcome at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, including a 21-gun salute and Guard of Honour. President Droupadi Murmu and PM Modi were present to receive the visiting dignitary. “A special welcome for a Global South partner,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal posted on X.
Lourenco also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, laying a wreath at his memorial and signing the visitors' book. “Remembering Bapu and his ideals,” Jaiswal wrote in another post.
Remembering Bapu and his ideals.
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) May 3, 2025
President Mr. João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço of Angola paid respects to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat. pic.twitter.com/oRB7VLA7dr
EAM Jaishankar, who had earlier called on President Lourenco, expressed optimism about the strengthening of India-Angola and broader India-Africa ties. “Honored to call-on President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco of Angola during his State Visit to India. Value his warm sentiments for India and guidance for taking forward our partnership,” he posted. “Confident that his talks with PM Narendra Modi later today will chart new avenues of growth for India-Angola & India-Africa ties.”
Honored to call-on President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço of Angola during his State Visit to India.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 3, 2025
Value his warm sentiments for India and guidance for taking forward our partnership.
Confident that his talks with PM @narendramodi later today will chart new avenues of… pic.twitter.com/OGvCJDK8lO
Lourenco arrived in New Delhi a day earlier, accompanied by a high-level delegation, and was received at the airport by Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh. The visit is expected to result in the signing of several MoUs across key sectors.
India and Angola established diplomatic relations in 1985. This year marks the 40th anniversary of their formal ties. Angola is also set to chair the African Union in 2025. The two countries have seen frequent high-level engagements, including President Lourenco’s meeting with PM Modi on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in 2018 and the Angola-India meeting at the NAM Ministerial in January 2024.
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