India and Angola Sign MoUs to Boost Marine Cooperation and Trade Relations

In a historic diplomatic move, India and Angola have signed two major Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) focusing on fisheries, aquaculture, and consular cooperation. These agreements were finalized during President Droupadi Murmu’s state visit to Angola, marking the first-ever visit by an Indian President to the African nation. The MoUs aim to deepen economic ties and diversify partnerships beyond the energy sector.

India and Angola Sign MoUs to Boost Marine Cooperation and Trade Relations

Focus Areas of the MoUs

1. Fisheries and Aquaculture:
   • Promoting sustainable marine resource management
   • Encouraging technology exchange and capacity building
   • Supporting food security and employment generation in Angola
2. Consular Cooperation:
   • Improving visa services and citizen assistance
   • Enhancing people-to-people movement
   • Facilitating smoother trade and travel exchanges between both countries

These MoUs highlight a shift from traditional energy-based relations to a broader development-oriented partnership that focuses on sustainability and mutual growth.

Strategic Importance of the Visit

During her visit, President Droupadi Murmu was welcomed with full ceremonial honors, including a 21-gun salute, and met Angolan President João Lourenço.
The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to:

• Mutual trust and strategic cooperation
• Strengthening diplomatic and economic ties
• Expanding collaboration in agriculture, health, defence, and technology

Expanding Sustainable Cooperation

Angola has also joined two India-led global sustainability initiatives:

• International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) – focused on wildlife conservation
• Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA) – promoting clean and renewable energy

These memberships reinforce both countries’ shared vision of environmental protection and green diplomacy.

Benefits of the Agreements

For Angola:

• Access to India’s expertise in marine and aquaculture technology
• Boost in local employment and food security
• Increased foreign investment and economic diversification

For India:

• Stronger trade presence in Africa
• Opportunities to export marine technologies
• Enhanced strategic and diplomatic presence in the region

For Both Countries:

• Better consular and visa services
• Easier movement for professionals and tourists
• Closer cooperation on global sustainability and economic goals

Exam-Oriented Notes

• Event: Signing of MoUs between India and Angola
• Occasion: First-ever visit by an Indian President to Angola
• Date: 10 November 2025
• Signed On:
  1. Fisheries and aquaculture cooperation
  2. Consular cooperation
• Indian Leader: President Droupadi Murmu
• Angolan Leader: President João Lourenço
• Angola joined: IBCA and GBA
• Purpose: Strengthen trade, marine ties, and sustainable development cooperation

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Question & Answer

Q1. India recently signed MoUs on fisheries and consular cooperation with which African country?
(a) Kenya
(b) Angola
(c) Nigeria
(d) Ghana
Answer: Angola

Q2. Who is the first Indian President to visit Angola?
(a) Pratibha Patil
(b) Ram Nath Kovind
(c) Droupadi Murmu
(d) A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Answer: Droupadi Murmu

Q3. When were the MoUs between India and Angola signed?
(a) 5 November 2025
(b) 10 November 2025
(c) 15 October 2025
(d) 1 December 2025
Answer: 10 November 2025

Q4. Which global alliances has Angola joined during President Murmu’s visit?
(a) IBCA and GBA
(b) ISA and SCO
(c) BRICS and AIIB
(d) UNDP and UNEP
Answer: IBCA and GBA

Q5. The India–Angola MoUs aim to promote which of the following?
(a) Renewable energy only
(b) Fisheries, aquaculture, and consular cooperation
(c) Defence and space research
(d) Textile trade only
Answer: Fisheries, aquaculture, and consular cooperation

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