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Cape Verde
A Guide to the United States' History of Recognition, Diplomatic, and Consular Relations, by Country, since 1776: Cape Verde
Summary
The United States recognized the Republic of Cape Verde on July 5, 1975, when President Gerald R. Ford sent a letter to that effect to President Aristides Pereria.
Modern Flag of Cape Verde
Recognition
The United States recognized the Republic of Cape Verde on July 5, 1975, when President Gerald R. Ford sent a letter to that effect to President Aristides Pereria. Cape Verde previously had been under Portuguese sovereignty.
Diplomatic Relations
Diplomatic relations were established on July 19, 1975, when Ambassador of the Republic of Cape Verde Raul Querido Varela presented his credentials to President Gerald R. Ford.
Ambassador Melissa F. Wells presented her credentials to the government of Cape Verde on November 18, 1976. Wells also was accredited to Guinea-Bissau and was resident at Bissau.
The American Embassy at Praia was established on January 28, 1978, with Howard McGowan as Charge d'Affaires ad interim.
Resources
- Department of State Background Note: Cape Verde
- Department of State Country Information: Cape Verde