Modi at African leaders summit: One-third of humanity under one roof

Mangalore Today News Network

New Delhi, Oct 29, 2015: The meeting of India and African nations brings one third of humanity under one roof, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday at the India-Africa Forum Summit. "The heartbeat of 1.25 billion Indians and 1.25 billion Africans are in rhythm. It is not just a meeting of India and Africa. Today, the dreams of one-third of humanity have come together under one roof," Modi said addressing the summit. Highlights

"We have spoken in one voice in the world and we have formed a partnership of prosperity among ourselves," he said. The prime minister said the relation between India and Africa are above strategic and economic interests.

Modi also said India will help in building infrastructure in Africa. "We will help connect Africa. We will help develop infrastructure, power and help add value to your resources," Modi said addressing head of the different African nations here at the summit.

Modi also announced a concessional credit of USD 10 billion over the next five years for Africa. India has also offered a grant assistance of USD 600 million which will include India-Africa Development Fund of USD 100 million and India-Africa Health Fund of USD 10 million.

 

Courtesy: Indiatoday