Mozambique Calls for Unity, Mobility at CPLP Talks

(MENAFN) Mozambican President Daniel Chapo officially launched the 14th Ordinary Session of the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (CPLP) Parliamentary Assembly on Monday in Maputo, calling on member nations to strengthen collaboration, promote inclusive governance, and accelerate efforts toward freer movement across borders.

Assuming Mozambique's two-year leadership of the CPLP, Chapo emphasized that the country will prioritize bolstering democratic institutions, reinforcing the rule of law, and advancing the CPLP mobility agreement to enable the free movement of people and reinforce a collective identity.

Describing the CPLP as more than a "community of affection"—but one rooted in "responsibility and solidarity"—Chapo pressed members to critically assess both achievements and ongoing challenges to ensure the bloc becomes a more influential player on the world stage.

He reiterated Mozambique's dedication to empowering youth, promoting gender equality, and investing in key sectors like education, healthcare, and infrastructure—pillars he identified as crucial for democratic resilience and long-term sustainability.

"We want this to be a space of renewed commitments and transformative decisions," Chapo said. "Let it be remembered as a moment of convergence, where the will to serve rose above any particular or group interest."

He further advocated for unified responses to pressing global challenges, including climate change, food security, and the preservation of cultural diversity.

Delegations from all CPLP nations—including Angola, Brazil, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Equatorial Guinea, Portugal, Sao Tome and Principe, and East Timor—were present at the high-level gathering in Maputo.

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