Zambia Ambassador in Angola Attends Diplomatic New Year Ceremony, Boosts Regional Cooperation
Zambia’s Ambassador to the Republic of Angola, His Excellency Reverend Dr. Elias Munshya, attended the New Year Greetings Ceremony of the Diplomatic Corps hosted by Angolan President João Lourenço in Luanda.
The ceremony, held at the Protocol Complex of the Angolan Presidency, brought together members of the diplomatic community accredited to Angola.
During the event, President Lourenço reaffirmed Angola’s commitment to peace, regional stability, multilateralism, and sustainable development across Africa. He also reflected on the country’s 50 years of independence and progress in institutional consolidation.
In his capacity as Acting President of the African Union, President Lourenço highlighted the importance of financing critical infrastructure to enhance regional connectivity in line with the African Union’s Agenda 2063.
He further reiterated Angola’s dedication to promoting African-led solutions to peace and security challenges, with a particular focus on the Great Lakes region.
On the sidelines of the ceremony, Ambassador Munshya held discussions with senior Angolan officials, reaffirming Zambia’s interest in strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation on regional infrastructure projects, including the Lobito Corridor.
The Embassy of the Republic of Zambia in Luanda noted that the ceremony provided an important platform for deepening diplomatic engagement and reinforcing the strong partnership between Zambia and Angola.
