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Guinea-Bissau Accuses Portugal of Hostility Amid Democracy Talks

3/25/2026

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The National Transition Council of Guinea-Bissau accuses Portugal of hostility and "corridor conspiracy" diplomacy.
Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel said there are discreet talks with Lusophone partners to restore democracy after the November 2025 coup.
The CNT says such health and education cooperation must be equitable, not paternalistic.
Guinea-Bissau remains suspended from the Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) amid tensions with Timor-Leste.

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The National Transition Council of Guinea-Bissau accuses Portugal of hostility and "corridor conspiracy" diplomacy.
Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel said there are discreet talks with Lusophone partners to restore democracy after the November 2025 coup.
The CNT says such health and education cooperation must be equitable, not paternalistic.
Guinea-Bissau remains suspended from the Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) amid tensions with Timor-Leste.