Ordem Liberal Democrática
Harmonia | Mérito | Soberania
Ordem Liberal Democrática
Harmonia | Mérito | Soberania
The Liberal Democratic Order is a Santomean political party founded to consolidate sovereignty, meritocratic democracy, public ethics, and sustainable development in São Tomé and Príncipe.
The Liberal Democratic Order was officially founded on August 14, 2014, by Ruling No. 4/2014 of the Supreme Court/Constitutional Court, published in the Official Gazette No. 244, dated November 3, 2014. Its creation embodied the national aspiration for a new political order, firmly grounded in harmony, merit, and sovereignty, and further strengthened by the principles of transparency, civic patriotism, accountability, and the fight against corruption..
The Liberal Democratic Order (OLD) was established by 353 citizens, official signatories of the formal registration request submitted to the Supreme Court/Constitutional Court, under the leadership of Dr. Albertino Francisco, an eminent São Toméan political scientist, economist, and diplomat, driven by a commitment to restore ethics, competence, and accountability as fundamental pillars of public service.
The OLD was created to rescue São Tomé and Príncipe from endemic corruption, institutional stagnation, and external dependence, proposing a new state architecture centered on meritocracy and national sovereignty.
Any Santomean citizen over the age of 18 who shares the principles of ethics, merit, and public service can join by filling out the form available on the OLD's official website or at public party events.
You can support the OLD by becoming a member, participating in awareness campaigns, volunteering in social projects, or making ethical and transparent financial contributions to the party.
By participating in public debates, thematic committees, youth leadership training, civic events, and electoral processes organized by the OLD nationwide and in the diaspora.
The OLD's Manifesto advocates building a meritocratic, ethical, and sovereign state, based on individual responsibility, social justice, economic innovation, and São Tomé and Príncipe's Atlantic projection.
Meritocratic sovereignty, institutional regeneration, sustainable economic development, strategic Atlantic diplomacy, uncompromising fight against corruption, and strengthening of active citizenship.
To transform São Tomé and Príncipe into a modern, meritocratic, ethical Atlantic nation, internationally respected, ensuring prosperity, social justice, and geostrategic protagonism.
The mission of the OLD is to establish excellent governance in São Tomé and Príncipe, based on meritocracy, full national sovereignty, public ethics, and inclusive social justice.
The OLD emerged during a period of deep social and political discontent in São Tomé and Príncipe, marked by a crisis of confidence in institutions, high corruption rates, and stagnation in socioeconomic development.
Meritocracy is the central principle of the OLD, as it ensures that leadership roles and public positions are occupied by the most competent, ethical, and committed individuals.
Endemic corruption, external dependence, ethical decline, youth exclusion, and the loss of national sovereignty motivated the creation of the OLD as an innovative and regenerative response.
Integrity, public responsibility, transparency, social justice, respect for human dignity, and commitment to sustainable development.
The OLD sees youth as the protagonists of political and social renewal, promoting civic education programs, youth leadership, and innovative entrepreneurship.
The OLD is committed to defending democracy, human rights, strategic Atlantic diplomacy, and global cooperation for sustainable development.
By promoting meritocracy, strict oversight, administrative modernization, and full accountability of public officials.
The OLD advocates for a strong national economy based on internal production, responsible entrepreneurship, and technological innovation, reducing dependence on foreign aid.
It represents the vision of São Tomé and Príncipe as a strategic Atlantic center, capable of leading security policies, diplomacy, and sustainable development in the region.
The OLD proposes a zero-tolerance policy against corruption, through the creation of a Special Anti-Corruption Court, effective whistleblower protection, and continuous civic education for public ethics.
The OLD focuses on strengthening sustainable agriculture, the blue economy (fishing and marine biotechnology), eco-tourism, and technological innovation as pillars for resilient economic growth.
The OLD advocates for meritocratic, inclusive education focused on innovation, with special attention to technical-professional training, science, and digital skills.
The OLD supports strategic investment in renewable energies, particularly solar, wind, and biomass, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and strengthening national energy autonomy.
Strategic Atlantic diplomacy is seen as vital for inserting São Tomé and Príncipe into trade corridors, maritime security, and innovation, strengthening its Atlantic geopolitical leadership.
Through agricultural capacity-building programs, sustainable microfinance, access to agricultural technologies, and productive inclusion policies in rural areas.
Social justice will be promoted through equitable access to opportunities, the defense of human rights, and the appreciation of individual merit without discrimination.
By encouraging the preservation of cultural heritage, promoting artistic diversity, and fostering the international projection of Santomean cultural expressions.
Defense of biodiversity, fight against climate change, promotion of sustainable agricultural practices, and investment in green technologies.
Through civic education programs, encouragement of public participation in political decisions, and strengthening of local community councils.
Ethics, technical competence, public responsibility, commitment to the common good, and international strategic vision.
Through service digitalization, continuous performance evaluation, full transparency in public competitions, and rewarding administrative excellence.
Quality education policies, youth entrepreneurship programs, professional internships, merit scholarships, and active participation in public life.
Guarantee equal access to opportunities, combat all forms of discrimination, and promote female leadership across all sectors.
As an essential driver for economic progress, global competitiveness, and social transformation of São Tomé and Príncipe.
The private sector is seen as a strategic partner for sustainable economic growth, innovation, and the creation of decent jobs.
The defense of free and secret voting, independent auditing of electoral processes, and strengthening electoral commissions as impartial and credible bodies.
By modernizing defense and security forces, Atlantic international cooperation, and preventive citizen security policies.
Full judicial independence, facilitated access to justice for all citizens, and expeditious judicial proceedings.
As strategic ambassadors for national development, drivers of innovation, investment, and strengthening international relations.
The OLD considers the protection of human rights as an indispensable foundation of democracy and human dignity, committing to respect and promote them in all public and private spheres.
By encouraging public policies that recognize merit, scholarship programs, incentives for innovation, and promotion of youth entrepreneurship.
Establishment of protected marine areas, promotion of sustainable fishing, and fight against ocean pollution through Atlantic cooperation agreements.
To modernize the agricultural sector with precision technologies, continuous technical support, access to international markets, and promotion of sustainable value chains.
As decisive factors for economic development, social inclusion, global competitiveness, and the modernization of São Tomé and Príncipe.
Support for local producers, diversification of agricultural production, strategic storage policies, and investment in sustainable agricultural technologies.
Development of eco-resorts, preservation of natural and cultural heritage, promotion of ecological routes, and training of local communities for responsible tourism.
Active participation in regional organizations, strengthening of Atlantic economic diplomacy, and promotion of strategic partnerships for sustainable regional development.
Fundamental to guarantee political stability, public trust, the defense of human rights, and the legitimacy of power.
Through the professionalization of the civil service, rigorous performance evaluation, merit recognition, and implementation of evidence-based public policies.
The founding mission of the OLD is to promote meritocratic sovereignty, consolidate ethical and transparent institutions, and drive sustainable development in São Tomé and Príncipe.
It represents the exercise of power by competent, ethical citizens committed to the national interest, ensuring merit-based leadership.
Through strict institutional reforms, independent oversight, and the promotion of a culture of public accountability.
Atlantic Sovereignty positions São Tomé and Príncipe as a strategic player in the Atlantic, promoting diplomacy and regional security.
Ethics, transparency, meritocracy, sovereignty, active citizenship, sustainable development, and international responsibility.
Through educational programs based on responsibility, merit, and public service.
A model of inclusive growth that respects the environment, promotes innovation, and ensures social justice for future generations.
Through structural reforms, promotion of technical competence, and strengthening of public ethics.
By investing in strategic diplomacy, Atlantic alliances, and the defense of democratic and meritocratic principles.
To encourage conscious civic participation, social responsibility, and engagement in building a just and meritocratic society.
The Founding President is Dr. Albertino Francisco, a visionary leader committed to institutional regeneration and the meritocratic sovereignty of São Tomé and Príncipe.
Transparency is understood as the obligation of public institutions to account for all their actions clearly and accessibly to citizens.
Prioritize strategic partnerships based on ethics, sustainable development, and mutual respect.
Youth is seen as an essential transformative force for political renewal and democratic strengthening.
To become a center of political, economic, and diplomatic excellence in the Atlantic space, promoting stability and innovation.
As an instrument for building solid alliances, promoting peace, and defending meritocratic sovereignty.
Merit-based selection, continuous training, and transparent performance evaluation.
Stimulating civic education, participation in political decisions, and social responsibility.
The uncompromising defense of human rights as the foundation of the dignity and freedom of the Santomean people.
Through technological innovation, strengthening technical education, and promoting responsible entrepreneurship.
As an essential driver for global competitiveness, sustainable growth, and social inclusion.
By promoting strong institutions, citizen participation, and unrestricted respect for fundamental freedoms.
Social justice means ensuring equitable opportunities for all, respecting individual merit.
Through inclusive education policies, entrepreneurship, and strengthening local capabilities.
Leadership is serving with ethics, competence, and public responsibility, placing the collective interest above the individual.
It advocates environmental protection policies that reconcile economic growth and the preservation of natural resources.
Public service is a duty of excellence, honesty, and dedication to the common good.
By facilitating the business environment, promoting innovation, and ensuring access to ethical financing.
Merit is the central criterion for access to public positions and opportunities in the country.
Investment in education, infrastructure, and encouragement of community entrepreneurship.
By establishing strategic partnerships, strengthening Atlantic diplomacy, and promoting cultural and economic exchange.
Ethics is the foundation of all political action, ensuring public legitimacy and trust.
As an essential condition for the proper functioning of democracy, free from political or corporate interference.
Independent courts, strong regulatory agencies, and full public access to government information.
It defends the full inclusion of women at all levels of political, economic, and social leadership.
Education is the key to freedom, social mobility, and the construction of a meritocratic society.
Through strong institutions, transparent elections, and absolute respect for the Constitution.
By promoting the preservation, cultural dissemination, and international recognition of local artistic expressions.
An open economy, regulated by ethics, based on merit, innovation, and sustainability.
Stimulating entrepreneurship, encouraging technical training, and attracting strategic investments.
By promoting civic pride, respect for history, and celebration of Santomean cultural diversity.
A model based on efficiency, transparency, accountability, and continuous citizen participation.
By ensuring equal opportunities, rewarding merit, and combating undue privileges.
Promoting sustainable agriculture, responsible fishing, eco-tourism, and emerging technologies.
By stimulating national production, technological innovation, and strengthening strategic regional partnerships.
Youth are seen as the driving force for democratic, economic, and cultural transformation of São Tomé and Príncipe.
By introducing new management technologies, empowering public servants, and rewarding good administrative practices.
With policies of diplomatic excellence, regional ethical leadership, and sustainable development integrated into the Atlantic space.
A conscious, supportive, and responsible citizenship, respecting local cultures and promoting peace and understanding among peoples.
By investing in education, innovation, public ethics, and environmental management, ensuring social justice and inclusive growth.