Angola - Chronicle of Nations

Author: Liu Haifang
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: Angola is located on the western coast of the African continent and is one of the earliest countries in Africa to be colonized by Western powers. Since the early 1960s, when the Angolan people rose up in rebellion to fight for independence, the country has been embroiled in war for over 40 years. Despite its breathtaking natural beauty, outsiders can only shake their heads in despair and turn away. Now that the war has just settled, merchants from all over the world have flocked to the country. The reason lies in its abundant production of diamonds and "black gold"—oil. So, why does Angola still present such a tragic and underdeveloped image to the world? When will this nation, with its glorious culture and history, restore its original beauty and prosperity?