Ambassadors’ Roundtable
“Join us in open discussion with Experts and Diplomats”
African Ambassadors’ Roundtable (Day 2 of the Expo)
- Africa- the new engine of world economic growth India’s 3rd largest trade
partner after USA and China
Roundtable to discuss roadmap for:
- Strengthening ties in agriculture, food security, mining
- People to people ties, tourism & cultural exchange
- Developing Resilient Supply chain
- Strategic partnership in healthcare, skill development
- Collaboration in green energy, infrastructure
Day 2 – African Ambassadors’ Roundtable
- Ethiopia – One of the fastest growing African countries & 2nd largest consumer market
- Ghana – One of the best investment destinations in West Africa (AT Kearney)
- Zimbabwe – Among top 10 mineral producing countries of Africa
- Uganda – Gateway to access the fastest growing East African market
- Egypt – Strategically located to access Europe, Middle East and African markets
- South Africa – Largest economy in Africa
AFRICA AMBASSADOR’S ROUND TABLE
The growing trade relation between India and Africa is anchored on our shared history and centuries old trade and cultural relations, as both sides share common values. India is the fifth largest investor in Africa and it has invested in telecommunication, information technology, oil & gas, banking & financial services, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, automobile, mining, education and other sectors.
It is at the early stage of African Continental Free Trade Area Agreement (AfCFTA) which came into force in 2019. The implementation and the impact of this agreement on bilateral relations between India and Africa will grow substantially in the coming years.