India and the African Union have agreed to postpone the fourth India-Africa Discussion board Summit (IAFS IV), initially scheduled to be held in New Delhi from Could 28 to 31, 2026, following consultations on rising public well being issues in some components of Africa.
In an announcement issued on Thursday, Could 21, each side confirmed that discussions had taken place between the Authorities of India, the African Union Chair and the African Union Fee on the timing of the high-level assembly and associated conferences.
The summit was anticipated to deliver collectively heads of state, authorities leaders and key stakeholders from India and throughout Africa to strengthen cooperation in areas akin to commerce, growth, safety and well being.
Nonetheless, the evolving well being scenario on the continent necessitated a re-evaluation of the deliberate schedule.
Either side famous that they exchanged views on the present public well being scenario and reaffirmed the significance of sustained cooperation in strengthening well being preparedness and response methods throughout Africa.
This contains continued assist to the Africa Facilities for Illness Management and Prevention (Africa CDC) and related nationwide well being authorities.
India reiterated its solidarity with African nations and expressed its readiness to assist Africa CDC-led efforts to handle well being challenges, in step with our shared dedication to African-led responses to rising well being threats.
Following consultations, the events agreed that it might be extra acceptable to carry the summit at a later date to make sure the total participation of African leaders and stakeholders and to make sure the effectiveness of engagement.
The brand new dates for the 4th India-Africa Discussion board Summit and associated conferences and actions shall be determined by way of mutual session and shall be introduced in the end.
Regardless of the postponement, each India and the African Union reaffirmed the power of their long-standing partnership, which is rooted in solidarity, mutual respect and South-South cooperation.
The 2 leaders emphasised their shared and continued dedication to peace, growth, prosperity and well-being of their peoples.
