REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA IN JAPAN INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNICATION AND PRESS SERVICES PRESS RELEASE
July 26, 2026, Tokyo
Students at Iinaka Elementary School, located in Saitama Prefecture, deepened their knowledge of Angola during a visit organized by the Angolan Embassy in Japan.
Ms. Lourdes Laureano, Third Secretary at the Embassy, shared information with the children about Angola across a wide range of topics, sparking great interest among the students in learning more about the country’s reality, culture, and potential.
The school administration made a point of demonstrating, through its customary hospitality and spirit of respect—hallmarks of Japanese culture—the high levels of organization and learning fostered in the school’s daily routine.
For the past three years, the Angolan Embassy in Japan has been conducting exchange and interaction activities with this educational institution, which serves Japanese children and the children of immigrants, promoting mutual understanding and strengthening cultural ties between the two countries.
INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNICATIONS AND PRESS OFFICE OF THE EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA IN JAPAN, in Tokyo, June 26, 2026. –
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Tokyo, June 25, 2026 – The Ambassador of the Republic of Angola to Japan, Teodolinda Rosa Rodrigues Coelho, today paid tribute to the former President of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, Francisco Guterres “Lu-Olo,” who passed away on June 21 in Kuala Lumpur due to illness.
At the official residence of Timor-Leste in the Japanese capital, Tokyo, the Angolan diplomat expressed her condolences to her counterpart, Maria Terezinha da Silva Viegas.
In the message she left in the book of condolences, she mourned the death of a man who dedicated his life to the struggle for independence, the promotion of national unity, dialogue, peace, and political stability in his country.
Francisco Guterres “Lu-Olo” served as President of Timor-Leste from 2017 to 2022.
Relations between Angola and Timor-Leste are marked, above all, by historical, linguistic, and diplomatic ties, as both countries are former Portuguese colonies.
Both states are members of the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (CPLP), an organization that promotes political, economic, cultural, and educational cooperation among Portuguese-speaking countries.
INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNICATIONS AND PRESS OFFICE OF THE EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA IN JAPAN, Tokyo, June 25, 2026. –
Tokyo, June 24, 2026 –Angola’s ambassador to Japan, Teodolinda Rosa Rodrigues Coelho, visited Obara Kogyo Ltd., a company specializing in the manufacture of prosthetics, on Wednesday (June 24, 2026).
After being welcomed by the company’s management, the diplomat toured the facility, where she was briefed on its operations, production processes, and the services provided by the company.
With a 70-year history, Obara Kogyo is dedicated to supporting people who need assistance with their upper and lower limbs. Throughout its history, the company has invested in the development of prosthetic devices initially intended for soldiers of the former Japanese army. Thanks to the quality and innovation of its products, it quickly gained recognition and acceptance in the American and European markets.
INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNICATIONS AND PRESS OFFICE OF THE EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA IN JAPAN, Tokyo, June 24, 2026. –
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Tokyo, June 22, 2026 – Angola’s ambassador to Japan, Teodolinda Rosa Rodrigues Coelho, received her Estonian counterpart in Tokyo, Andres Unga, in an audience on Friday (June 19, 2026).
The meeting, which was of a ceremonial nature, provided an opportunity for the Angolan diplomat to welcome the Estonian representative, who was recently appointed to serve in Japan.
Bilateral relations between Angola and Estonia are relatively recent but have been intensifying, particularly in the areas of digital transformation, e-governance, and administrative modernization.
The two countries have maintained diplomatic relations since 1991, following the restoration of Estonia’s independence. In recent years, high-level political contacts have become more frequent, reflecting a mutual interest in deepening cooperation.
In March 2024, Estonian President Alar Karis paid an official visit to Angola at the invitation of President João Lourenço. During the visit, a new cooperation agreement in the digital sector was signed, strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries and opening new prospects for collaboration in areas related to technological innovation and the modernization of public services.
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June 15, 2026, Tokyo
Ambassador of Angola to Japan, Teodolinda Rosa Rodrigues Coelho, highlighted the role of former Botswana President Festus Mogae as a great statesman, visionary leader, and uncompromising freedom fighter who dedicated his entire life to the cause of his people.
While signing the book of condolences opened at the Botswana Embassy in Tokyo following his passing, the Angolan diplomat also underscored the legacy left by Festus Mogae, considering him an example for future generations and a figure who had a profound impact on promoting development and stability in SADC countries. As she stated, these contributions make him one of Africa’s most distinguished sons.
Festus Gontebanye Mogae was the third president in Botswana’s history, having governed the country from 1998 to 2008. He passed away on May 8, 2026, at the age of 86, due to illness.
INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNICATIONS AND PRESS OFFICE OF THE EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA IN JAPAN, in Tokyo, June 15, 2026. –
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Manila, June 11, 2026 – The First Meeting of Angola’s Diplomatic and Consular Missions accredited to Asia and Oceania concluded this Thursday (June 11, 2026) in Manila, the capital of the Philippines.
Chaired by Miguel Dialamícua, Director for Asia and Oceania at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the meeting brought together Angola’s ambassadors accredited to the Philippines, Australia, Korea, India, Japan, East Timor, and Vietnam, as well as the Consul General in Guangzhou. Angola’s ambassador to Indonesia also participated remotely.
The event was also attended by the Minister-Counselor and the Vice-Consul, representing the Angolan Ambassador to China and the Angolan Consul General in Macau, respectively, as well as officials from the consular sectors and diplomats.
The meeting, held on June 10 and 11, 2026, recommended strengthening regional coordination among diplomatic and consular missions and that the ideas discussed be submitted for consideration at the meeting of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Expanded Advisory Council, to be held this year.
The participants analyzed the situation and concluded that it is necessary to establish at least two data collection centers for the issuance of identity cards, specifically in the Philippines and Australia, or mobile units, to meet the growing needs of the Angolan community residing in countries in the region.
In the area of consular affairs and citizen mobility, reflections were shared on visa exemption regimes and migration facilitation, with a recommendation to conduct further comparative studies and develop balanced mechanisms that reconcile the facilitation of movement, the promotion of tourism, the attraction of investment, and the safeguarding of national security interests.
For this reason, they advised that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of the Interior consider whether current legislation is appropriate for visa exemption mechanisms (free of visa), which waive the payment of fees for entry into the country, or visa-free entry, which requires the completion of pre-departure documentation and the payment of a service fee to embassies, consulates, or online.
Participants advocated strengthening the role of diplomatic missions as active instruments of economic diplomacy, focused on mobilizing investment, diversifying exports, and promoting strategic partnerships, particularly in the sectors of agriculture, fisheries, tourism, critical minerals, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, technology, education, and technical and vocational training, as well as identifying business opportunities and facilitating business contacts.
They emphasized the importance of intensifying high-level official visits, regular political consultations, and bilateral dialogue mechanisms as a means of accelerating the implementation of legal instruments, boosting economic relations, and strengthening Angola’s political presence in the countries of the region.
The need for Angola to position itself strategically regarding emerging economic opportunities in the region was reiterated, including industrial supply chains, clean energy, technology, the pharmaceutical industry, medical tourism, human capital development, energy security, agribusiness, and preferential access to Asian markets, through the strengthening of national export capacity and the attraction of investment to value-added sectors.
The Heads of Diplomatic and Consular Missions agreed that this meeting will now be held every four months (virtually) and annually in person, and that the next in-person meeting will take place in Japan.
The First Regional Meeting of Angola’s Diplomatic and Consular Missions in Asia and Oceania was chaired by Miguel Dialamícua, Director for Asia and Oceania at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, representing Minister Téte António, and the conclusions and recommendations were read by Angola’s Ambassador to Korea, Sianga Abílio, in his capacity as Spokesperson.
The event also featured a significant cultural component, provided by young members of the Angolan community residing in the Republic of the Philippines.
The cultural segment featured a performance by Samuel Kudijinguiça “Kudy” on the violin, Feliz Fernando (vocalist), and dancers Eli-zandra Ricardo, Edvânia Fortuna, Laura Chinguia, and Gabriela Ferro.
EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA IN THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES, in Manila, on June 11, 2026.
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Manila, June 10, 2026 – Angola’s Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary and Consuls General accredited to Asia and Oceania have been meeting since Wednesday morning, June 10, in Manila, the capital of the Republic of the Philippines, to outline strategies aimed at revitalizing Angolan diplomacy in their countries of accreditation and producing tangible results beneficial to Angola.
The meeting began with a moment of silence in honor of the former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Manuel Domingos Augusto, who passed away last Friday in Luanda due to illness.
Titled the First Meeting of Angola’s Diplomatic and Consular Missions accredited in Asia and Oceania, the distinguished representatives of Angolan diplomacy also analyzed the pressing issues that each Diplomatic Mission faces in the practical execution of its role in representing the Angolan State.
The meeting was chaired by His Excellency Miguel Dialamícua, Director of the Asia and Oceania Directorate at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, representing His Excellency Minister Téte António.
In opening the meeting, the Director of the DAO emphasized that the purpose of this meeting is to promote dialogue and the exchange of experiences on issues related to the external activities of Diplomatic and Consular Missions in order to strengthen institutional cooperation ties.
The Director advised the Heads of Mission to pay attention to geopolitical developments in the countries under their jurisdiction, without, however, interfering in internal or regional affairs.
The Director of the Asia and Oceania Directorate stated that it is important to improve the terms for establishing bilateral partnerships to create synergies that contribute to achieving the objective and goals of economic diversification.
The Director of the Asia and Oceania Directorate at MIREX is being assisted by the Director of International Cooperation at MIREX, José Paulino da Silva, and by the Director General of the Institute of Angolan Communities Abroad and Consular Services ( ), Maria Filomena do Rosário Neto António.
Participating in the event are the Ambassadors or representatives of Angola accredited to the Republic of the Philippines, Australia, South Korea, India, Japan, Timor-Leste, Vietnam, and China, the Consulates General in Guangzhou and Macau, as well as Angola’s Delegate to Forum Macau.
Also participating are the heads of the Consular Sections of these Diplomatic Missions and other diplomats.
The First Meeting of Diplomatic and Consular Missions is an initiative aimed at bringing together the leading minds of the distinguished representatives of the Angolan State in Asia and Oceania, gathering ideas, and identifying paths leading to better outcomes for the country and its people in all spheres of life.
The First Meeting of Angola’s Diplomatic and Consular Missions accredited to Asia and Oceania continues on Thursday, June 11, in the metropolitan city of Manila, capital of the Philippines.
EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA IN THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES, in Manila, June 10, 2026.
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Tokyo, 7 June 2026 – The Embassy of Angola in Japan took part this weekend in the 47th Setagaya Furusato Community Festival, held in Tokyo.
Under the theme “Feel the festival and share the excitement”, the event was held on Saturday and Sunday with the aim of providing foreign residents of Setagaya Ward an opportunity for harmonious interaction and greater integration into the local community.
According to the Ambassador of Angola to Japan, Teodolinda Rosa Rodrigues Coelho, Angola’s participation symbolizes the excellent level of cooperation between the Angolan diplomatic mission and the Setagaya Ward administration.
The diplomat also highlighted that Angola’s presence at the festival offered an opportunity to share information—especially with children and young people—about the country’s socioeconomic development, tourism potential, and the richness of Angolan culture, at a time when the month dedicated to children is being celebrated.
The Embassy’s participation also helped strengthen the bonds of friendship and cultural exchange between Angola and Japan, promoting closer ties between the peoples of both countries.
INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNICATION AND PRESS SERVICES OF THE EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA IN JAPAN, Tokyo, 7 June 2026.
H.E. Manuel Domingos Augusto was a distinguished diplomat and statesman of the Republic of Angola, widely recognized for his significant contribution to the consolidation of Angola’s foreign policy and the strengthening of the country’s presence on the international stage.
Throughout a distinguished career in public service, he held several high-level responsibilities in the field of diplomacy. He joined the Angolan diplomatic service and, over the years, assumed important external representation missions, including serving as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Angola to partner countries, where he contributed to the deepening of bilateral relations and the promotion of Angola’s strategic interests.
At the multilateral level, he actively participated in international and regional forums and organizations, contributing to Angola’s positioning on issues of continental and global relevance, particularly in areas related to peace, security, cooperation, and sustainable development.
In September 2017, he was appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Angola, a position he held until 2022. During his mandate, he led the implementation of Angola’s foreign policy, promoting stronger diplomatic relations with strategic partners, enhancing international cooperation, and strengthening Angola’s role in regional and multilateral institutions.
His role as Head of Angolan Diplomacy was marked by a strong commitment to political dialogue, the defense of multilateralism, and the strengthening of friendly relations and cooperation with various countries and international organizations. Throughout his career, he demonstrated remarkable negotiating skills, a strong sense of statehood, and deep knowledge of international dynamics.
For his contribution and dedication to public service, H.E. Manuel Domingos Augusto earned recognition and respect at both national and international levels, and is widely regarded as a reference figure in Angolan diplomacy.
His legacy endures as an example of commitment, integrity, and service to the Nation, continuing to inspire present and future generations of diplomats and public servants of the Republic of Angola.
1957 – 2026
This digital Book of Condolences is dedicated to the memory of H.E. Manuel Domingos Augusto, former Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Angola.
A distinguished diplomat and statesman, His Excellency Manuel Domingos Augusto devoted his life to the service of his country, contributing significantly to Angola’s foreign policy and international relations. His commitment, wisdom, and leadership will be remembered with deep respect and admiration.
We invite you to share your tributes, messages of sympathy, and reflections on his life and enduring legacy.
