PM Narendra Modi addresses India-Africa Forum Summit: As it happened...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that India and Africa are two bright spots of hope and opportunity in the global economy.
Chairperson of African Union Zuma quotes Mahamta and Mandela on the importance of education in #IndiaAfrica #IAFS pic.twitter.com/4z0BFwWGCr
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Some more images from the amazing cultural fusion that opened the #IAFS Plenary pic.twitter.com/KkBMxPrvLc
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President Mugabe of Zimbabwe: The #IndiaAfrica Partnership has blossomed from a rich historical foundation #IAFS pic.twitter.com/6IgPGpN9Fb
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PM @narendramodi ends opening remarks at #IAFS: Today, we pledge to walk together, with our steps in rhythm and our voices in harmony.
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PM Modi announces an additional concessional credit of USD 10 billion for African nations. He also announces a grant assistance of USD 600 million.
PM @narendramodi unfolds KEY aspects the road ahead for this vital relationship #IAFS pic.twitter.com/ibP10IhnTT
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We pledge to walk together, with our steps in rhythm and our voices in harmony, says PM Modi
India and Africa must speak in one voice for reforms of the United Nations, including its Security Council, stresses PM Modi
No one else can be more considerate to climate change than Africa and India - PM Modi
We are the inheritors of Nature’s precious gifts, and, our lives remain most connected to Mother Earth - PM Modi on climate change
I also invite you to join 'Solar Rich Countries' that I have proposed to launch in Paris - PM
We wish to deepen our cooperation in maritime security and hydrography, and countering terrorism and extremism - PM Modi
We will also deepen India-Africa partnership on clean energy, sustainable habitats, public transport and climate resilient agriculture, PM Modi tells African leaders
We will work to reduce digital divide within Africa and between Africa and rest of the world: PM Modi
We will make available our space assets and technology, will use possibilities of digital technology to enhance relationship - PM Modi
We will also collaborate to develop Indian and African treasures of traditional knowledge and medicines - PM
Technology will be a strong foundation of India-Africa partnership - PM Modi
Development of human capital will be at the heart of our partnership, we will open our doors more - PM Modi
India is honoured to be a development partner for Africa - Modi
Africa and India are two bright spots of hope and opportunities in the global economy, says PM Modi
As we look to the future, there is something precious that unites us - it is our youth: PM Modi
We have lived in the long shadow of colonialism and we have fought for our liberty and our dignity - PM Modi
Africa’s sports, art and music delight the entire world - PM Modi
African initiatives are replacing old fault lines with new bridges of regional economic integration - PM Modi
Africa’s economic growth has gathered momentum and has a more diversified base - PM Modi
2/3rd of India and Africa is under the age of 35. And, if the future belongs to the youth, then this century is ours to shape and build - Modi
The heart beat of 1.25 billion Indians and 1.25 billion Africans are in rhythm - PM Modi
It is not just a meeting of India and Africa. Today, the dreams of one-third of humanity have come together under one roof, says PM Modi
We are deeply, deeply honoured by your presence today: PM Modi to African leaders
Brilliant colours have today made Delhi the most special place in the world - PM Modi
Fabric of this world is richer because of the 54 sovereign flags of Africa, says PM Narendra Modi
PM Narendra Modi is now addressing the India-Africa Forum Summit.
Era of imperialism and colonialism is behind us but our solidarity continues: Swaraj on India-Africa ties
India has always stood for and stood with Africa: Sushma Swaraj
Addressing the India-Africa Forum Summit, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said that the Summit is like a family reunion.
A new Dawn for #IndiaAfrica. A cultural Programme to begin #IAFS proceedings pic.twitter.com/XwhbgjyKmx
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One third of humanity. One family #IndiaAfrica #IAFS pic.twitter.com/vuhB09pPGs
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the India-Africa Forum Summit shortly. Big announcements are likely.
Africa arrives. PM @narendramodi receives #IAFS leaders for historic plenary session pic.twitter.com/iDyQ5WrTbp
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A Royal Reception. Camels from Rajasthan lined up at the alighting point for leaders pic.twitter.com/W80hzTbxYo
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Set for the Summit. #IAFS Plenary Hall all decked up awaiting the arrival of the leaders pic.twitter.com/5u1vKoVpLh
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