India, Africa launch major initiative to boost trade
AFP, New Delhi
Hundreds of business people and government officials from India and Africa opened a three-day conference Wednesday that marks the largest-ever attempt at boosting trade between the two regions. More than 200 African delegates and ministers from 26 western and central African countries are attending the conference, organized by the Indian foreign ministry in conjunction with business groups. "There are unprecedented levels of interest in building a partnership with Africa as it is moving away from conflict," said Navdeep Suri, joint secretary for west and central Africa in the Indian foreign office. "Of the 12 fastest emerging markets in the world, six are in Africa, so India is very keen to engage in sustainable projects with Africa," he added. The Indian side at the conference is represented by more than 300 investment bankers, business people and senior government officials.
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