New Delhi hosted the Ministry of External Affairs (FOC) consultation circular between India and Nigeria on 29 September 2022. According to a press from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, these discussions were “chaired by Shri Sevala Naik Mude, JS ( C
“The visiting Nigerian delegation was led by H. E. The President: I now give the floor to His Excellency Mr. Gabriel Aduda, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria. Permanent Secretary Aduda met with Secretary (RS) Shri Dammu Ravi and the two discussed various tactics to further strengthen the multifaceted relationships that exist. between the two countries,” he added.
The two sides assessed all facets of their bilateral relationship, adding political, economic, trade, defense and security investments, progressive partnerships, capacity building, cultural exchanges and consular affairs, the JIB. In addition, the two sides discussed regional and global issues of common concern and made a decision to strengthen their cooperation.
Both sides stop at each other frequently. Over the years, the two nations have nurtured their defense consistently and India has helped Nigeria identify its defense academy. India awards more than 250 spaces per year under ITEC’s capacity building program, and those spaces are being used to their full potential. Several prominent officers of Nigeria’s military, plus two former presidents and the current leader, H. E. Mr. Muhammadu Buhari, were trained in India as part of this structure.
India and Nigeria enjoy strong economic relations, with industry and investment developing at a steady pace. According to figures released by the Ministry of External Affairs, “the bilateral industry in 2021-22 $14. 95 billion, with India raising oil to the $10 billion song. “”$19. 3 billion.
According to MEA, “more than 135 Indian corporations are operating lately in Nigeria in fields such as pharmaceuticals, engineering products, electrical machinery and equipment, plastics, chemicals, etc. The two sides exchanged perspectives on how to deepen industry ties through the use of national currencies, progress projects and institutional development in a mutually favorable manner. India is Nigerians’ favorite destination for higher education and medical tourism. More than 50,000 Indian professionals work in Nigeria and contribute particularly to Nigeria’s economy. “
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