Joe Biden reaffirms support for the expansion of the UN Security Council to include two permanent seats for African nations, aimed at enhancing the continent’s role in addressing global challenges.
President Joe Biden fulfilled his promise to visit Africa on Monday, arriving in Cape Verde, a West African island nation, for the first leg of a three-day tour, just one month before the end of his term.
In a statement from the White House, Biden held talks with Prime Minister Ulisses Correia e Silva, discussing the growing U.S.-Cape Verdean relations, supported by the vibrant Cape Verdean diaspora in the U.S., as well as their shared commitment to democratic freedoms and human rights.
The two leaders also explored ways to strengthen cooperation on enhancing climate resilience.
Later on Monday, Biden is set to travel to Angola. He expressed gratitude for Cape Verde’s unwavering support for Ukraine as the country continues to defend itself against Russia’s aggression.
The President also praised the enduring strength and value of U.S.-Cape Verde cooperation on security and law enforcement issues.
Additionally, Biden reaffirmed his support for expanding the UN Security Council to include two permanent seats for African nations, a move aimed at improving global representation and addressing global challenges more effectively.
