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Located on a number of islands near the western coast of the African continent the nation of Cape Verde is a proud member of the African block. Whenever possible the nation of Cape Verde seeks to work with its African brothers and sisters to formulate policy options it can present to the rest of the world. Cape Verde also feels a close bond to the nation of Portugal. As Portuguese is the language of Cape Verde, and Portugal is Cape Verde’s largest trading partner the interests of Portugal play an important role in the formation of Cape Verdian foreign policy. The relationship that has evolved between Portugal and Cape Verde has proved beneficial to the people of both nations. Topic One: The Conflict in the Congo For years the conflicts that continue to erupt on the African mainland have deeply concerned the nation of Cape Verde. The most recent series of conflicts have systematically claimed over one million African lives. This kind of disregard for human life is completely unacceptable to our peace loving people. Now a new conflict threatens to unravel any amount of unity that had been built in Africa. With the nations of Angola, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Chad fighting against the forces of Uganda and Rwanda, war t