Beijing, October 23, 2023 - The Beijing Administration Institute played host to a delegation from the Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) and officials from the Angolan Embassy in China.

The MPLA delegation, led by Manuel Augusto, a member of the MPLA Central Political Bureau and Secretary of Foreign Affairs, was warmly welcomed by BAI’s Executive Vice President Zhu Baicheng and Vice President Li Yunchi. Augusto expressed his gratitude for the reception at the Beijing Administration Institute and emphasized the historical significance of this year, which marks the 40^th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Angola, as well as the 35^th anniversary of the establishment of relations between the Communist Party of China and the MPLA. The MPLA delegation expressed their enthusiasm for the opportunity to visit the institute, with the aim of gaining insights into the development of Chinese party schools and the experiences and practices of the CPC in leading economic development.

During the meeting, Executive Vice President Zhu Baicheng underscored the political importance of party schools and shared four major experiences. He also provided a comprehensive introduction to the institute’s cadre education and training system, aligning it with the recently revised “Regulations on Cadre Education and Training” issued by the Central Committee of the CPC. Professor Zhao Li, Director of the Department of Economics, shed light on the CPC’s leadership in economic work over the past century from multiple perspectives, including the Party’s aspirations and mission, goals and challenges at different stages, the socialist fundamental economic system, macroeconomic governance system, worldview and methodology.

Both sides engaged in a productive exchange of ideas, sharing experiences and insights in political education and economic development. Their discussion delved into various topics, including the evolving primary social challenges, tasks and objectives of economic growth, and the development of state-owned enterprises under the leadership of the Party.

(Written by Zhang Xi)