New Delhi and Addis Ababa are broadening their partnership across technology, trade, investment and infrastructure
Oct 14 (TV BRICS/GNA) – India and Ethiopia are broadening their strategic partnership to include artificial intelligence, science and innovation alongside established areas such as trade, investment and infrastructure. India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar highlighted the expanded areas of cooperation during his visit to Addis Ababa, reports ANI, a TV BRICS partner.
Jaishankar visited the Ethiopia Science Museum and the AI Institute in Addis Ababa, pointing to technology and innovation as emerging areas of bilateral cooperation. At the AI Institute, he said India and Ethiopia shared the vision of “AI for All” and its potential to support development and prosperity.
The minister said India and Ethiopia’s strategic partnership was based on shared values, common aspirations and historic South-South solidarity. Its current agenda includes trade, investment, development projects, infrastructure, maritime affairs, technology and culture, as well as stronger cooperation between India and the African Union.
Jaishankar also visited Ethiopia’s National Palace and Museum, highlighting opportunities for cooperation in heritage and culture. He said the country’s cultural heritage and its growing focus on science and technology offered additional areas for closer engagement.
India’s External Affairs Minister has stressed the importance of development partnerships with African countries and said India’s cooperation should reflect the needs and priorities of its partners.
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