Union Minister JP Nadda meets Angola President, proposes BJP-MPLA exchange

By  News On Air   May 05, 2025

As part of the Know BJP initiative, Union Minister and BJP President Jagat Prakash Nadda met the President of Angola, João Lourenco, in New Delhi yesterday.

During the meeting, Mr Nadda congratulated President Lourenco on assuming the Chairmanship of the African Union. He also shared insights into the BJP’s organisational framework and ongoing activities, while highlighting the party’s inclusive outreach to diverse communities. He also proposed initiating a delegation-level exchange between the BJP and the Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) to strengthen mutual ties.

The conversation also focused on key healthcare initiatives of the Narendra Modi government, especially those aimed at empowering vulnerable groups, including women and children. Both leaders noted the steady advancement of India-Angola bilateral relations over the past decade and discussed opportunities for enhanced cooperation, particularly in the healthcare domain. President Lourenco had arrived in New Delhi on the 2nd of this month on a three-day State Visit to India.