The fundamental principles guiding Cabo Verde's foreign policy are enshrined in the Constitution and take into account all factors affecting national interests.

The Ministry's overarching mission includes:

• Implementing the national foreign policy defined by the Government.
• Safeguarding the interests of the State and its citizens abroad.
• Ensuring coherence in international actions and diplomatic activities.
• Promoting global peace and security.
• Expanding partnerships and cooperation with new countries.
• Deepening the Special Partnership with the European Union in priority areas focused on resilience and structural transformations.
• Fostering Cabo Verde's regional integration within ECOWAS.
• Strengthening relations with the CPLP.
• Energizing economic diplomacy.
• Enhancing services for emigrant communities.
• Reinforcing Cabo Verde's role as a Small Island Developing State (SIDS) and securing partner contributions to the Climate and Environmental Fund.
• Cultivating a favorable image of Cabo Verde abroad.