Ethiopian Embassy participated in the 19th CII India-Africa Business Conclave held in New Delhi, India.
During the inaugural session, Honourable Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, Vice President of the Republic of India, stated that the deep-rooted ties between India and Africa, forged by shared histories, common struggles, and mutual aspirations for a just and progressive future, equitable world order make this partnership a natural and stronger than ever. He added “Africa’s natural resources, demographic advantage, and growing economic integration through the African Continental Free Trade Area Agreement (AfCFTA) make it an attractive destination for investments and partnerships… We accord highest assurance that Africa will be at the top of our priorities…A resurgent Africa and a rising India, imagine the scenario, a resurgent Africa and a rising India can give a strong impetus to South-South Cooperation.”
On the sidelines of the Conclave, H.E. Ambassador Bizunesh Meseret, Chargée d’Affaires, briefed Indian investors on investment opportunities and urged them to invest in Ethiopia.
The Conclave was hosted by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). The Conclave with its theme “Creating One Future” aimed to serve as an instrument for enhanced collaboration, partnership and growth of African countries and India. The event gathered senior officials, diplomats, policy makers and business communities.
