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This time for Africa
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Context
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Nigeria and his ongoing trips to Brazil for the G-20 and Guyana highlight India’s commitment to strengthening ties with the Global South, especially Africa. The visit marks a significant step in reinforcing India’s strategic and economic partnerships.
Prime Minister Modi's Visit to Nigeria: Key Highlights
- Strengthened Bilateral Ties: Modi and Nigerian President Bola Tinubu reaffirmed the 2007 strategic partnership, focusing on defence and security cooperation.
- Diplomatic Recognition: Modi received Nigeria's highest civilian honor, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger, dedicating it to the people of India and their historical ties.
- Economic and Diaspora Connections: India’s $27 billion investment in Nigeria, along with its 60,000-strong diaspora, boosts cooperation in healthcare, agriculture, and energy.
India’s Commitment to the Global South: Challenges and Plans
- South-South Cooperation: India’s engagement with African nations reflects its focus on shared development and security concerns, particularly through the VoGS initiative.
- VoGS Participation Issues: Despite India’s leadership in the VoGS, the summit saw low participation. India may consider transferring hosting to the G-20 chair for better engagement.
- India-Africa Forum Summit: The India-Africa Forum Summit, last held in 2015, is expected to be convened in early 2025, reinforcing India’s diplomatic and development priorities in Africa.
Practice Question
Q. Discuss the significance of India’s diplomatic engagement with African countries and its role in the Global South, with reference to its leadership in the Voice of the Global South and the India-Africa Forum.
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