India Strengthens Relations with West Africa and Ethiopia During Oct 6‑10 Trip

From October 6 to 10, India’s Foreign Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar will be in Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire and Ethiopia on a diplomatic mission. The agenda includes bilateral meetings with foreign ministers, dialogues with heads of state and participation in a summit of Indian mission heads in Addis Ababa. Themes of the talks will range from trade expansion and development cooperation to capacity‑building and cultural exchange, alongside deliberations on shared geopolitical concerns. The visit is part of New Delhi’s broader strategy to deepen its engagement with Africa and affirm solidarity with countries of the Global South.