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Francisco Carvalho sworn in as Prime Minister of Cape Verde

Francisco Carvalho sworn in as Prime Minister of Cape Verde

Published on: 2026-06-20

Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian –

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Praia, June 20 /Xinua/ — Francisco Carvalho, leader of the African Independence Party of Cabo Verde, was sworn in on Friday as Prime Minister of Cabo Verde following the parliamentary elections held on May 17.

The inauguration ceremony took place at the Presidential Palace in the capital of the country Prae. According to the list published by the president’s administration, the new government will include 18 people. F. Carvalho will also take the post of Minister of Finance.

In his inaugural speech, the newly elected prime minister stated that the new government takes on the “honorable mission” of governing Cabo Verde with humility, a sense of responsibility, and complete dedication to the people.

President José Maria Neves, who presided over the ceremony, congratulated the new government and wished its members success in fulfilling their duties.

55-year-old F. Carvalho previously held the position of mayor of the capital. –0–

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