Angola–Azerbaijan relations

Angola–Azerbaijan relations refer to the bilateral relations between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Angola in the political, economic and cultural spheres.

Angola–Azerbaijan relations

Angola
Azerbaijan

Diplomatic relations

Diplomatic relations between Azerbaijan and Angola were established on December 1, 1994.[1]

  • Angola is accredited to Azerbaijan from its embassy in Moscow, Russia.
  • Azerbaijan is accredited to Angola from its embassy in Pretoria, South Africa.

On June 10–11, 2008 there was an official visit of the first lady of Angola Mrs. Luiza Milagre Pitra to Azerbaijan in order to take part in the “Enlargement of the role of women in the intercultural art” International Forum, held in Baku.[1]

Economic cooperation

According to statistics from the UN trade office (COMTRADE), in 2014, the volume of exports of kitchen items, iron, steel, and household items from Azerbaijan to Angola amounted to 330 US dollars.

According to statistics from the UN trade office (COMTRADE), in 2017, the volume of exports of Azerbaijani textile products to Angola amounted to 2.2 thousand US dollars.

Cooperation is underway in the oil and gas sector, as well as in water supply, energy and agriculture.[2][3]

Cultural connections

The two countries cooperate in the field of education.[2] Students are exchanged annually.

On May 5–12, 2013 – Master of Arts in Diplomacy and International Affairs students of the Azerbaijan Diplomatic Academy paid a visit to Angola and neighbouring countries (for instance, South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, etc.) within the Capstone Project.[1]

There are joint sporting events planned for the future.

See also

References
  1. "Azerbaijan-Angola relations" (PDF).
  2. "Angola seeks reinforced relations with Azerbaijan". Retrieved 2020-05-11.
  3. "Azerbaijan and Angola discuss cooperation".
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