Angola Denies Allegations of Wrongdoing
The government of Angola has denied all allegations of wrongdoing, rejecting claims that state-embedded actors are involved in money laundering and other financial crimes.
Rejection of Unfounded Accusations
“We categorically reject these unfounded accusations,” said a spokesperson for the Angolan government. “Our anti-corruption efforts have been successful, and we have made significant progress in combating organized crime.”
Progress Made in Combating Corruption
Despite allegations against several high-profile business leaders and senior government officials facing charges of money laundering, the Angolan government says it has taken concrete steps to address the issue.
- Rewritten penal code
- Increased cooperation with international organizations like the UNODC
- Significant strides in improving transparency and accountability
Denial of Foreign Criminal Involvement
The government also denies claims that foreign criminal actors are involved in illegal activities in Angola, including diamond mining and human trafficking.
“We are committed to working with neighboring countries to combat these crimes, and we have made significant progress in recent years,” said the spokesperson.
Commitment to International Cooperation
Angola has ratified several international legal instruments aimed at combating organized crime, including:
- The UN Convention Against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) and its protocols
- Signed extradition agreements with Portugal and Brazil
- Intention to join the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative
Commitment to Transparency and Accountability
The government says it is committed to improving transparency and accountability in all areas of its operations, including:
- Governance
- Economic management
- Social protection
“We are working tirelessly to build a more transparent and accountable society,” said the spokesperson. “We reject these unfounded allegations and will continue to work towards building a brighter future for our people.”