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Head of state · Cabo Verde

José Maria Neves

President of Cabo Verde

In office sinceNovember 9, 20214 years, 11 months

José Maria Neves is the President of Cabo Verde, in office since November 9, 2021. Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).

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Leaders · U.S. mission · Reported with

Head of governmentFrancisco CarvalhoPrime Minister of Cabo VerdeSince May 17, 2026 · 4 months
U.S. chargé d’affairesMark WeinbergU.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Cabo Verde
Ambassador to the U.S.Dulce FernandesChargé d’Affaires a.i. of Cabo Verde in the United StatesSince October 30, 2025 · 11 months

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Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).