Albino Forquilha argues that dialogue is the only path to lasting peace in Mozambique

Leader of PODEMOS and of the Opposition calls for negotiated resolution of conflicts, in a statement that resonates on Armed Forces Day.

The President of PODEMOS and Leader of the Opposition in Mozambique, Albino Forquilha, reiterated that dialogue is central to the solution of the conflicts affecting the country, arguing that any tension should be resolved through negotiation to guarantee stability and lasting peace.

The statements were made on September 7th, but gained renewed relevance this Friday, September 25th, the date that marks the day of the Mozambican Armed Forces (FADM), in a report by Deutsche Welle (DW).

For Forquilha, peace cannot be imposed — it is built with political will and openness to understanding. The opposition leader emphasizes that dialogue should be the permanent instrument for resolving differences, whether in the political sphere or in the context of the armed conflicts that still mark some regions of the country.

The message comes at a symbolic moment: while the Mozambican Armed Forces (FADM) celebrate their anniversary, the debate about the role of the defense forces and the need for effective peace returns to the public agenda. The date thus serves as a backdrop to reignite the discussion about national stability and the path to reconciliation.

DW revisits Forquilha's statement precisely on this 25th of September, relating it to the challenges the country continues to face in building a sustainable peace — a topic that remains at the top of national and international concerns.