Jaishankar tells African Heads of Mission the India-Africa partnership rests on South-South solidarity
25 October 2026
External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar held an interaction with Heads of Mission from Africa in New Delhi.
He said the India-Africa partnership rests on deep South-South solidarity, shared histories and common aspirations.
The discussion covered Africa's growing role in a multipolar world.
It also looked at possibilities for cooperation focused on people.
Venue:
New Delhi
Theme:
Deep South-South solidarity
Why it matters for exams: India-Africa engagement and the institutions of the African continent are regular questions in international relations sections.
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In plain words
South-South cooperation South-South cooperation — Cooperation among developing countries in trade, technology and development aid.
Head of Mission Head of Mission — The senior most diplomat of a country in the country where the mission is located.