Luanda: A Portuguese expert in Strategic Analysis and Intelligence, Heitor Romana, has acknowledged Angola's significant role in enhancing multilateralism and managing international crises, emphasizing its capacity as a moderator and peacemaker. The university professor shared his insights during a discussion on "Strategic Analysis and Decision Support," underlining Angola's strategic importance in the current geopolitical and geostrategic landscape in promoting security, peace, and cooperation among nations.
According to Angola Press News Agency, the academic asserted that Angola possesses the necessary skills to establish itself prominently on the international stage, particularly during times characterized by uncertainties and complex challenges. He highlighted that the celebrations of April 4, National Peace and Reconciliation Day, serve as a strategic asset of great value, enhancing Angola's reputation within the international community.
Heitor Romana further elaborated that Angola's achievement of peace, following decades of conflict, positions the nation advantageously within the international system, bolstering its credibility to aid in crisis resolution and the advancement of dialogue between countries. The Minister of State and head of the Military Office of the President of the Republic, Francisco Furtado, supported these views, stating that Angola must intensify its contemplation of current international dynamics.
Francisco Furtado pointed out that the global context is defined by power struggles, selective practices, and influence strategies, necessitating informed, prudent, and strategically autonomous actions by states. He emphasized the conference's themes as crucial for comprehending global phenomena and making decisions aligned with contemporary realities.
Furtado also underscored the significance of international law in peacefully resolving conflicts, as outlined in the Charter of the United Nations. However, he cautioned that present challenges differ from past ones, demanding new approaches and responses suitable for the international scenario's transformations. 'The world today is not the same as yesterday. The problems and challenges are different,' he remarked.
The minister advocated for a deeper examination of hybrid and asymmetric warfare in the 21st century and the enhancement of strategic analysis capabilities to facilitate more effective decision-making. He concluded by asserting that understanding the new global geopolitical configuration is crucial for states to adequately address emerging threats and seize opportunities.