Africa-Press – Angola. The deputy, Karen Bass (D-CA), issued this Friday (02) a statement encouraging political leaders to refrain from anti-democratic rhetoric.
“Congratulations to the Angolan people for holding the August 24 elections, where voters registered their preferences and had the opportunity to be heard,” said the Chair of the Chamber’s Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health and Global Human Rights.
“Incumbent President João Lourenço has been declared the winner in the country’s presidential race. I encourage political leaders to refrain from anti-democratic rhetoric and for all protests to remain peaceful, regardless of political party affiliation or the outcome of any court rulings.” related to the elections”, underlined Karen Bass.
“A second term for President Lourenço is an opportunity to continue to improve relations with the United States, especially with regard to the growing American trade and public-private investment in Angola”, said the US deputy.
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