Official visit to Angola strengthens partnerships and unlocks agricultural opportunities

The 73rd government and business mission of Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa), led by Minister Carlos Fávaro, concluded on Friday (6), yielding positive results for both Brazil and Angola. 

“In less than two years under President Lula’s administration, we have carried out missions worldwide. At the Ministry of Agriculture alone, we’ve undertaken 73 missions in 23 countries—clear evidence of Brazil’s commitment to reestablishing strong diplomatic ties and fostering robust trade relationships,” said Minister Fávaro. 

During the visit, the Brazilian delegation met with Angola’s President João Lourenço, Minister of Agriculture and Forests Issac Maria dos Anjos, Minister of Foreign Affairs Téte António, and Minister of State for Economic Coordination José Massano. 

Discussions with President Lourenço focused on strengthening strategic partnerships and expanding commercial opportunities. “President Lula often reminds us during international missions that a solid trade relationship must be reciprocal. If you’re looking to sell, you should also seek to buy. That’s exactly what we’re doing here—not just promoting Brazilian products, opportunities, and technologies but also fostering mutual trade,” emphasized Fávaro. 

The mission was highlighted by the signing of two bilateral agreements. The Letter of Intent between Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa) and Angola’s Ministry of Agriculture and Forests (Minagrif) seeks to enhance bilateral ties in agriculture and agribusiness. It establishes a framework for identifying, developing, and implementing strategic agricultural projects. 

The Exchange of Notes to Update the Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation between Mapa and Minagrif formalized the inclusion of key research organizations in cooperative efforts. These include Brazil’s Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa), Angola’s Agronomic Research Institute (IIA), and the Veterinary Research Institute (IIV). This update builds on an agreement signed during President Lula’s visit to Angola, further reinforcing collaboration. 

The mission also featured the Agro Brazil–Angola Business Forum, which brought together Brazilian and Angolan agribusiness leaders to explore investment opportunities in Angola’s agricultural sector. 

Minister Fávaro underscored Angola’s potential in producing fertilizers and nitrogen-based products, highlighting how Brazil could benefit from these resources through trade partnerships. He also stressed the value of Embrapa’s research and technologies in supporting Angola’s agricultural development. “Angola is a key partner, and President Lula has directed us to strengthen our presence and boost trade flows,” Fávaro stated. 

The delegation also engaged with leading Angolan agribusiness companies, fostering private-sector collaboration, expanding business opportunities, and promoting shared growth. 

The Brazilian delegation included Mapa’s Secretary for Trade and International Relations, Luís Rua; ministry representatives; ApexBrasil President Jorge Viana; Embrapa President Silvia Massruhá; representatives from financial institutions like Banco do Brasil; and Brazilian agribusiness leaders. 



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