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India-Africa trade gains momentum, projected to cross $100 billion in 2024

Trade between India and Africa increased by 9.3% between fiscal year 2021/2022 and 2022/2023, reaching $98 billion, according to India’s external affairs minister, as more than 30 African countries have benefited from India’s duty-free tariff preference (DFTP) scheme for least-developed countries. Speaking at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Exim Bank of India conclave […]

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India’s G20 Presidency opens up trade opportunities to African Union as a permanent member

India’s G20 Presidency on Saturday witnessed a transformative change with the induction of the African Union as a permanent member of the grouping, a move which will strengthen the G20 and also strengthen the voice of the Global South, of which India has been a staunch advocate. “The African Union has been made a permanent

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India expands Defence diplomacy: Strengthening ties with Africa and beyond

In an effort to boost India-Africa bilateral defence relationship and to expand its export basket, the government is firming up plans to post more Defence Attaches (DA) to the continent. The move comes close on the heels of the recently concluded G-20 Summit under India’s presidency where the African Union (AU) which has 55 member states

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G20 India moment will be remembered for a very-very long time: Sunil Bharti Mittal

It is history in making in India. G20, India’s presidency, Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, everything seems to be coming together. So, do you expect any breakthroughs and what kind of symbolic impact do you think this G20 summit will have on brand India?Well, I know at the outset I would say this has been an absolutely outstanding

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Nigeria gets $14 billion investment pledges from India, seeks economic pact

NEW DELHI, Sept 6 (Reuters) – Nigeria has secured nearly $14 billion of pledges from Indian investors and seeks an economic cooperation pact with the South Asian nation, a presidential spokesperson said on Wednesday. India’s Jindal Steel and Power (JNSP.NS), opens new tab has committed to pump $3 billion into Nigeria’s steel sector and Indorama Corp plans

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Unlocking Opportunities: India-Africa Partnerships and Investment Avenues

India and Africa have prioritised key sectors to boost bilateral trade and address common challenges. In the food and agriculture sector, both regions focus on food security, promoting agricultural technology and trade. Energy security is achieved through collaborations in the oil and gas sector, with Indian investments in African oil fields. Mining and minerals attract

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In its quest for more engagement with the continent, Can India match China in Africa?

India’s involvement in Africa is still incapable of threatening China’s influence, not only in terms of partnership commitments, but also in terms of consistency in project delivery and persistence in engagements. However, given its geographic and cultural proximity to Africa, as well as the appeal of its cuisine and cinema among Africans, India’s cultural and

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North Africa’s Invisible Partner: India’s political and economic influence in the region

India can optimise its presence in North Africa by leveraging its unique approach of South-South cooperation to forge mutually beneficial partnerships and contribute to the region’s development and prosperity. In the field of international relations, the interactions between nations often evolve over time, guided by shifting priorities and changing global landscapes. This holds true for

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