US EditionMozambique leader meets opposition chief to reset relations
- Mozambican President Daniel Chapo met opposition leader Venancio Mondlane to ease political tensions after months of violent clashes, according to the president's office.
- The talks took place in Maputo and aimed to discuss solutions to the challenges facing the country, as stated by the presidency.
- Mondlane confirmed the meeting, stating it was meant to embark on a mutual process in answer to the calls and desires of the Mozambican people.
- Chapo's office described the event as a step towards building bridges and promoting constructive dialogue.
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In Mozambique, a meeting was held on the evening of 23 March between the new president, Daniel Chapo, and the opponent Venancio Mondlane, who continues to claim his victory in the presidential election on 9 October. The meeting took place at the Joaquim Chissano International Conference Centre in Maputo, so it took more than six months after these contested elections for the two men to finally agree to talk to each other.
The announcement was made by the Mozambican presidency in a statement. The meeting served to “discuss solutions to the challenges facing the country”.
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Mozambique leader meets opposition chief to reset relations
Mozambique President Daniel Chapo met the main opposition figure Venancio Mondlane for talks in an effort to ease tensions following months of violent clashes between protesters and security forces, the presidency said late Sunday.
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