On February 21, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Angolan Foreign Minister Téte António in Johannesburg at the latter's request.

Wang Yi said, China and Angola fought side by side in the struggle against imperialism and colonialism and then joined hands in the pursuit of development and revitalization. Facts have proven that the friendly cooperation between China and Angola facilitated Angola's national reconstruction and economic recovery, bringing tangible benefits to the Angolan people. The two sides should cherish the traditional friendship and enhance understanding and mutual trust. The Chinese side congratulated Angola on assuming the rotating presidency of the African Union. China has never sought selfish gains in Africa or interfered in the internal affairs of African countries. China  consistently and firmly supports African integration and is committed to maintaining sound relations with African countries. Comprehensive cooperation between China and Africa has not only effectively helped accelerate Africa's development but also encouraged more attention and input from the international community to Africa. African brothers and sisters know best who Africa's true friend is. China will remain Africa's most sincere and reliable partner in its future development journey.

Téte António said, President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço paid a state visit to China last year and held a successful meeting with President Xi Jinping, promoting new achievements in Angola-China practical cooperation and bringing significant benefits to both peoples. He thanked China for its valuable support for Angola's economic and social development and thanked Chinese enterprises for their significant contributions to Angola's national development. Angola is willing to expand cooperation with China in various fields such as economy and trade, investment, finance and energy, and stand firmly with China on issues concerning China's core interests. Angola is willing to take the presidency of the African Union as an opportunity to strengthen communication and coordination with China, deepen Africa-China cooperation, and enhance African solidarity.