External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said Africa occupies a central place in India's foreign policy today, with New Delhi's engagement guided by a clear vision rooted in equality, mutual respect, and shared progress.
The India-Africa relationship is rooted in 'our civilisational linkages', nurtured over centuries through cultural exchanges and human interactions, the external affairs minister said.
Jaishankar underlined that the story of India's freedom struggle is also closely linked with Africa, with shared history of struggle, solidarity, resilience, and aspirations continuing to shape their partnership.
Africa occupies a central place in India's foreign policy, Jaishankar said, with India's engagement guided by a clear vision rooted in the principles of equality, mutual respect, and shared progress.
The minister underscored that the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision and Africa's Agenda 2063 are complementary roadmaps towards prosperity and progress through sustainable growth and inclusive development.
Jaishankar also said that the engagement between India and Africa has grown across key pillars with numerous high-level political interactions, with India consistently supporting Africa's rightful place in global governance.
