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India–Namibia Strengthen Strategic Cooperation
Context:
On 9 July 2025, the Indian Prime Minister addressed the National Assembly of Namibia, reaffirming India's commitment to democratic values, development partnership, and South-South cooperation, while announcing new bilateral initiatives.
India–Namibia Bilateral Relations:
- India supported Namibia's liberation movement and hosted the first diplomatic office of SWAPO in New Delhi.
- India contributed to UN peacekeeping operations during Namibia’s transition to independence.
- Over 1,700 Namibian nationals have benefited from Indian scholarships and capacity-building initiatives.
Digital and Financial Cooperation:
- Namibia became one of the first African countries to adopt India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) platform, enhancing digital financial inclusion.
Health Diplomacy:
- India offered Bhabhatron radiotherapy machines for cancer care.
- Namibia was invited to join India’s Jan Aushadhi programme, which reduces medicine costs by 50–80%.
Education and Skill Development:
- India supported the establishment of:
- A Centre of Excellence in IT
- India Wing at the University of Namibia
- An Entrepreneurship Development Centre to promote start-ups.
Conservation and Environment Diplomacy:
- Namibia played a key role in the reintroduction of cheetahs to India in 2022.
- Both countries collaborate through the International Solar Alliance (ISA), Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), and International Big Cats Alliance (IBCA).
India–Africa and Global South Engagement:
- India’s development cooperation in Africa is valued at over USD 12 billion, covering infrastructure, health, education, and innovation.
- India advocates for Africa’s equitable representation in global governance, demonstrated by support for the African Union’s permanent G20 membership.
- India aligns with Africa’s Agenda 2063, focusing on industrialisation, value creation, and mutual development.
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