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‘Not Here For Narrow Economic Objectives…’: Jaishankar Takes A Dig At China
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar took an indirect dig at China during his ongoing visit to Africa. The minister was interacting with the Indian diaspora in Tanzania. Since coming to power, the Modi government has been making serious efforts to increase its influence in African nations. India is playing catch up with China which has already dug its tentacles deep in several African countries. As part of its strategy to counter China's influence in Africa and to secure sources of rare minerals and other raw materials, India has increased its loans to African countries.
7 Jul 2023India Increases Loans To Africa To Counter China | Why Is Africa Crucial For Both? | Explained
India is countering China and its influence not just on its borders but in other parts of the world as well. One of those battles between the two Asian giants is being fought in Africa. Resource-rich African countries could play a crucial goal in helping India achieve its economic goals but China is already in an influential position in several African countries. China has acquired influence among African nations by lending and investing heavily across the continent. Over the last 10 years, China has lent a massive $134.6 billion to African countries. Watch this video to find out what is India doing to counter Chinese influence in Africa.
5 Jul 2023President Ram Nath Kovind to visit Africa in bid to bolster ties
President Ram Nath Kovind's visit to Equatorial Guinea on 7 April will be the first by Indian head of state or government
1 min read6 Apr 201818 new Indian missions in Africa to be opened in next 4 years
The opening of 18 missions, seen as a major boost to India-Africa relations, will increase the number of Indian missions in Africa from 29 to 47
1 min read22 Mar 2018When India helped China set up an embassy in Africa’s Liberia
This happened in Liberia at a time when India was not represented by an embassy in the country but by an honorary consul general, an Indian businessman
2 min read1 Aug 2016Need to increase direct flights between India and Africa, says Rwandan diplomat
I think we need to look at how to maximize connectivity, especially air connectivity, said Rwandan high commissioner to India, Ernest Rwamucyo
2 min read14 Jul 2016After Pranab Mukherjee, PM Narendra Modi likely to visit African countries
The indications of this plan was given by Pranab Mukherjee while he was addressing the Indian community in Ghana
1 min read14 Jun 2016President voices concern over attacks on Africans
President Mukherjee said it would be most unfortunate if the people of India were to dilute our long tradition of friendship with the people of Africa
1 min read30 May 2016Police arrest 5 over attacks on African residents
The African Heads of Mission in New Delhi responded to that attack by urging the Indian government to address racism and Afro-phobia in the country
1 min read29 May 2016Attacks on African nationals: Rajnath instructs Delhi police to take strict action
Rajnath Singh asked Delhi police to increase patrolling in areas inhabited by African nationals and ensure their security
1 min read29 May 2016Popular Topics
Budget
The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared