The second India–Africa Defence Dialogue at DefExpo 2022 at Gandhinagar, Gujarat has opened multiple pathways for defence cooperation between India and Africa.
India backs African seat at reformed UNSC; EAM Jaishankar says, we understand the aspirations
India, which shares traditional ties with the continent has been involved in 189 projects in 41 African countries via its concessional loans.
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Updated: May 20, 2021, 04:00 PM IST
India has once again extended its support for an African seat at a reformed United Nations Security Council, highlighting it understands and empathise with the aspirations of the continent. Speaking at the discussion on Peace and Security in Africa at the key United Nations body, India s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar said, It is a matter of continuing regret for us that the voice of Africa is not given its proper due in..most pivotal (UN) Institution.
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India working with South Africa on Covid challenges
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20 May 2021, 00:37 GMT+10
New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): India has supplied medicines, vaccines and health-related equipment to Africa as it faces the coronavirus pandemic and is also working in partnership with South Africa to address the challenges of accessibility and affordability of COVID vaccines, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday.
At a UNSC Open Debate, Jaishankar said India will support peace and security in Africa, help address root causes of conflict and be a reliable partner in fighting the pandemic.
He was making remarks at a debate on Peace and Security in Africa: addressing root causes of conflict while promoting post-pandemic recovery in Africa .