India, May 3 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:
Your Excellency,
President Lourenco,
Delegates from both countries,
Friends from the media,
Namaskar!
Bem Vindo!
I warmly welcome President Lourenco and his delegation to India. This is a historic moment. After 38 years, the President of Angola is visiting India. His visit is not only giving a new direction and momentum to India-Angola ties, but also strengthening India-Africa partnership.
Friends,
This year, India and Angola are celebrating the 40th anniversary of their diplomatic relations. But our ties are much older and deeper than that. When Angola was fighting for its freedom, India stood by it with unwavering faith and friendship.
Friends,
Today, we hav...