Portugal Reaffirms Solidarity with Mozambique Amidst Cabo Delgado Insurgency, Boosts Parliamentary Cooperation
José Pedro Aguiar-Branco, the President of the Portuguese Assembly of the Republic, reiterated Portugal's solidarity with Mozambique concerning the terrorist threat in Cabo Delgado during his visit to Maputo. Speaking before the Mozambican Assembly of the Republic, Aguiar-Branco emphasized the importance of stronger political dialogue and parliamentary cooperation to consolidate democracy and promote peace. He condemned extremism and terrorism in Cabo Delgado and assured that the Portuguese parliament would continue to draw international attention to the situation to help restore peace. On bilateral relations, Aguiar-Branco highlighted the historical, cultural, linguistic, and human ties between the two nations, noting that approximately 500 Portuguese companies operate in Mozambique, contributing to job creation and professional training. A new protocol for parliamentary cooperation was announced, aiming to facilitate exchanges between legislators and parliamentary services, share experiences on working c...