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The Bicesse Accords, signed in May 1991 at Bicesse near Estoril, Portugal, were a peace agreement between Angola's MPLA government and the UNITA movement led by Jonas Savimbi. They established a ceasefire, provided for the integration of the two armed forces, and set a framework for Angola's first multi-party elections, which were held in September 1992. Portugal mediated the talks, with the United States and the Soviet Union acting as observers. The accords collapsed after Savimbi rejected the election results and fighting resumed, extending the civil war until 2002.
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What were the Bicesse Accords?
The Bicesse Accords were a 1991 peace agreement between Angola's MPLA government and UNITA, led by Jonas Savimbi. They were signed in May 1991 at Bicesse near Estoril, Portugal.
What did the Bicesse Accords try to achieve?
They established a ceasefire and set a framework for ending Angola's civil war. The agreement also planned the integration of the MPLA and UNITA armed forces and a move toward multiparty elections.
Who signed the Bicesse Accords?
The agreement was made between Angola's government, controlled by the MPLA, and UNITA under Jonas Savimbi. Portugal and international mediators helped support the negotiation process.
Did the Bicesse Accords permanently end Angola's civil war?
No. The settlement failed to produce lasting peace after the 1992 elections, and fighting resumed between the MPLA and UNITA. Angola's civil war continued until the 2002 peace agreement.
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