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The U.S.-Angola Chamber of Commerce is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of trade and investment between the United States and Angola. The Chamber believes that Angola has the potential to be one of Africa's most prosperous countries.

Who we are

The U.S.-Angola Chamber of Commerce is the only chamber of commerce dedicated to the promotion of economic relations between the U.S. and Angola for over 15 years. The Chamber was established in 1991 with a handful of companies and now has over 90 members. The Chamber's goal is to put the private sector at the forefront of Angola's development. Trade and investment create jobs and provide many other benefits to the citizens of both Angola and the United States. The president of the Chamber, Paul Hare, participated in the negotiations that led to the Lusaka Protocol in November of 1994 and was the U.S. special representative to the Angola Peace Process from 1994 until 1998. A career Foreign Service Officer, he was also the Ambassador to Zambia. Consequently, he offers a wealth knowledge and experience to the Chamber and its members. For more information on the U.S. Angola Chamber of Commerce, click About us.

Picture: (left to right) Filippo Nardin, Bobby Pitman, Ambassador Paul Hare

Why Invest in Angola

Now is the time to invest in Angola! New business are registered everyday, foster by the environment of peace and stability in the country and the new private investment law, which has created more incentives for investors. Although, the engagement of most U.S. companies remains primarily focused on the extractive industries, mainly the oil and gas sector, other sectors are seeing a boost in participation from U.S. companies. Coca Cola operations continue to expand; Barloworld markets Caterpillar machinery; the Boeing Company completed a major sale of aircrafts to TAAG, the national airline; Microsoft is represented by local companies; other U.S. products and services can be found in the Angolan marketplace. For more information on investment opportunities in Angola, click Invest in Angola.

Membership

The U.S.- Angola Chamber of Commerce has a membership of over ninety corporations, associations, interested individuals, and non-profit organizations. The Chamber has both representation in the United States and Angola to assist in the expansion of membership and services provided. For information on the benefits of membership and requirements for becoming a member, click Membership.


Events The U.S.-Angola will host its 5th Annual Gala Dinner honoring Ambassador Paul J. Hare on December 11, 2008 at Casa70 in Luanda, Angola. For more information, click Events. back to top

Contact Information

The headquarters of the US-Angola Chamber of Commerce is located in Washington, DC, the capital of the United States. There is also an office is Luanda, the capital of Angola. The two offices keep the Chamber well positioned to serve and speak to the needs of its members in both countries.