The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, received H.E. Mr. Dammu Ravi, Vice Minister in the Ministry of External Affairs of the Republic of India, for a courtesy visit. Their exchange reaffirmed the strong and growing Africa–India partnership, with discussions focusing on preparations for the next Africa–India Summit.

The Chairperson commended India’s achievements in technology, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture, and encouraged deeper collaboration in knowledge-sharing and capacity development. Vice Minister Ravi reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with the African Union and its Member States in these key sectors.