Archive · 10 Nov 2025
India Eyes Long-Term Oil Deal, Mineral Investments in Angola
The President of India visited Angola for the first time ever.
She met with Angola's president to talk about how the two countries can work together more closely.
India wants to buy oil and gas from Angola for a long time and also wants to invest in exploring for minerals and building oil-processing plants.
They also signed agreements to help each other with fishing and other marine activities.
India sees Angola as important for its energy supply and wants to expand their partnership into new areas like technology and manufacturing.
They also discussed cooperation in defense and health, with India offering its expertise.
This visit aims to strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the two nations.
Indian oil and gas companies seek a long-term purchase contract with Angola and are interested in investing in refining and mineral exploration.
President Droupadi Murmu's visit is the first by an Indian President to Angola, marking a significant step in bilateral relations.
Discussions covered strengthening cooperation in energy security, mineral exploration, diamond processing, and digital technology.
Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were exchanged to enhance collaboration in fisheries, aquaculture, and marine resources.
India expressed readiness to support Angola in defense, healthcare, agriculture, and infrastructure development.
- Who
- Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço
- What
- Held bilateral discussions focusing on a long-term oil and gas purchase contract, investment in mineral exploration and refining, and cooperation in various sectors including fisheries, agriculture, and defense. MoUs were exchanged.
- When
- During President Murmu's four-day state visit from November 8-11, 2025.
- Where
- Luanda, Angola
- Why
- To deepen bilateral ties, enhance India's energy security, and explore new avenues for trade and investment.
- Visiting Head of State
- President Droupadi Murmu (India)
- Host Head of State
- President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço (Angola)
- Location
- Luanda, Angola
- Date of Visit
- Four-day state visit, November 8-11, 2025
- Key Areas of Cooperation Discussed
- Oil and gas purchase contracts, mineral exploration, petroleum refining, fertilizer production, diamond processing, fisheries, aquaculture, marine resources, defense, medical sector, agriculture, transport, and road infrastructure.
- Agreements Signed
- MoUs on cooperation in fisheries, aquaculture, marine resources, and consular matters.
- Significance of Visit
- First-ever visit by an Indian President to Angola, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation beyond traditional sectors.
Sources
India, Angola pledge to deepen bilateral cooperation; sign MOUs
President Droupadi Murmu accorded warm welcome in Angola
President Droupadi Murmu Angola Visit: Key MoUs signed to boost trade, energy and bilateral relations
Angola Plays a Vital Role in India's Energy Security, India Can Supply High-Speed Vande Bharat Trains to Angola: President Murmu
India-Angola Ties Strengthened as President Murmu Meets Angolan Counterpart
Made In India Vande Bharat Trains To Power Angola's Rail Network
Unlimited possibilities to strengthen India, Angola ties in various sectors: Murmu
Energy cooperation foundation of India-Angola trade ties, says President
Not Just Oil — India, Angola Bet Big On Minerals, Diamonds and Digital Future
Indian oil & gas companies look forward to ‘long-term’ purchase contract with Angola: Prez Murmu
