The neutrality followed by the Angolan regime (government and MPLA) in relation to the invasion of Ukraine is considered "illusory" in diplomatic circles in Luanda; the existence of an "inclination" in favor of Russia has until now been discreet, but will tend to become more evident in the event of a successful military campaign in the neighboring country.

The aforementioned "inclination", referred to "guidelines" emanating from the PR, taking into account the regime's decision-making chain, is attributed to two reasons – in particular:
- Permanent: the superior importance/nature of the ties between Angola and Russia, particularly in the political, military and security spheres.
- Circumstantial: the positive effects that could result from a success of Russia in Ukraine, with a view to a reconditioning of internal policy capable of putting even more pressure on the opposition and, thereby, manipulating the elections scheduled for AUG.2022 – an artifice considered indispensable for its retention in power. READ MORE