President Droupadi Murmu was accorded a ceremonial welcome and Guard of Honour at the Presidential Palace in Luanda, Angola, on Sunday, marking the beginning of her historic state visit to the country, the foreign ministry said.

She was warmly received by Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco, underscoring the strong ties between India and Angola.

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The visit, the first-ever by an Indian Head of State to Angola, aims to strengthen diplomatic relations and enhance bilateral cooperation between the two nations. President Murmu’s visit also coincides with the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between India and Angola.

During her stay, President Murmu will hold bilateral talks with President Lourenco, attend the 50th anniversary celebratio

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