The President of Mozambique, Daniel Chapo, stated that there is a community that constitutes an outstanding market, and he believes it is necessary to deepen economic and trade cooperation between the peoples of the countries belonging to the Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP).
Concept of Community and Cooperation
In the opinion of the head of state of Mozambique, the current task is to deepen this concept. He emphasized that cooperation at the CPLP level is of great importance if it transforms into a genuine community.
Chapo explained that by 'community' he means the recognition by each country of its need for the other. Recognizing this interdependence, countries can turn into a single entity that will not only be cohesive and united but also work to increase value in commercial and economic aspects.
Importance of Solidarity
The President of Mozambique stressed that the economic aspect should not be the sole goal of the organization. He noted that cooperation is important, but solidarity plays a critically important role. It must be understood that all participants need each other, and as brothers of the same community, they must show solidarity.
Daniel Chapo concluded that strengthening the community concept within the CPLP will strengthen cohesion among member states and create conditions for tangible benefits throughout the Portuguese-speaking world. He added that reinforcing this concept will inevitably lead to the economic and social development needed by all CPLP members.
History of CPLP Creation
The Community of Portuguese Language Countries was founded in Lisbon on July 17, 1996, by countries such as Angola, Brazil, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, Portugal, and São Tomé and Príncipe. Timor-Leste joined the organization in 2002 after regaining independence that same year, and Equatorial Guinea became a CPLP member in 2014 at the Dili summit.
