PM Modi in Namibia: India-Africa Cooperation for Shared Growth
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Namibia, emphasized India's commitment to cooperating with Africa for shared growth rather than competition. He highlighted India's historical support for Namibia's decolonization and congratulated the nation for adopting India's UPI digital payment system. Modi met with Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, signing agreements for an Entrepreneurship Development Centre and cooperation in health and medicine. Namibia also joined the India-led Coalition of Disaster Resilient Infrastructure and the Global Biofuel Alliance. Modi was conferred Namibia's highest civilian honor, the Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis, underscoring strong bilateral ties.
Key Points
- PM Modi advocated for India-Africa cooperation based on shared growth and mutual benefit, rather than competition.
- Namibia adopted India's UPI digital payment system, marking a significant step in digital cooperation.
- Several agreements were signed, including establishing an Entrepreneurship Development Centre and cooperation in health and medicine.
- Namibia joined key India-led global initiatives: the Coalition of Disaster Resilient Infrastructure and the Global Biofuel Alliance.
- PM Modi was conferred Namibia's highest civilian honor, symbolizing strong bilateral relations.
Exam Facts
- PM Modi visited Namibia.
- Namibia adopted India's UPI digital payment system.
- Namibia joined the Coalition of Disaster Resilient Infrastructure and the Global Biofuel Alliance.
- PM Modi was conferred the Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis, Namibia's highest civilian award.
- India raised Namibia's independence cause at the UN in 1946.
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