India–Africa Forum Summit
official platform for the African-Indian relations
The India–Africa Forum Summit (IAFS) is the official platform for the African-Indian relations. IAFS is supposed be held once in every three years, however the rule has not been strictly followed. It was first held from April 4 to April 8, 2008 in New Delhi, India. It was the first such meeting between the heads of state and government of India and 14 countries of Africa chosen by the African Union. Libya and Egypt's heads of state did not attend.
Agenda
Rising oil and food prices were the top concerns for the African and Indian leaders during the summit. India has pledged to support at the level of health and education related projects in Africa.
Topics
agricultural sector
trade
industry and investment
peace and security
promotion of good governance and civil society
information and communication technology
African representation
Chairperson of the African Union (AU)
Chairperson of the AU Commission
Chairpersons of the eight recognised Regional Economic Communities (REC's)
Chairpersons of the New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)
Heads of State and Government Implementation Committee (HSIGC)
the five African NEPAD initiating countries
2008 First India–Africa Forum Summit - New Delhi, India
The first such summit was held from April 4 to April 8, 2008 in New Delhi, India. It was the first such meeting between the heads of state and government of India and 14 countries of Africa chosen by the African Union. Libya and Egypt's heads of state did not attend.
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