STATEMENT BY VEDANT PATEL, PRINCIPAL DEPUTY SPOKESPERSON – ANGOLA ELECTIONS

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE

Office of the Spokesperson

For Immediate Release

 STATEMENT BY VEDANT PATEL, PRINCIPAL DEPUTY SPOKESPERSON

August 29, 2022

ANGOLA ELECTIONS

The United States notes the broad participation of Angolans in the August 24 elections.  We look forward to working together on a path toward a safer, more secure, and prosperous Angola for all.

We will continue to closely follow the electoral process.

We call on all parties to express themselves peacefully and to resolve any grievances in accordance with applicable legal processes under Angolan law.

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