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Biden Announces $1 Billion Food Security Funding During Historic Angola Visit

U.S. President Joe Biden, left, is escorted by Angola President Joao Lourenco. © Planetpix / Alamy
  • US-Angola relations reach new heights with economic and cultural initiatives
  • $1 billion commitment highlights partnership focus on food and energy security

Luanda, Angola – The United States and Angola have entered a new chapter in their diplomatic and economic relationship during a landmark visit by President Joe Biden to Luanda. Arriving on Monday, at the tail end of his presidency, Biden reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to Angola’s development whilst announcing $1 billion in funding to bolster food security.

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