India
has extended USD 15 million
assistance to Niger for
organising the African Union
(AU) summit scheduled to be held in Niamey from
July 7-8.
The support of grant assistance was in response to a specific request made by
the Niger government.
This year, Niger is hosting an AU summit for the first time.
In this AU summit, the historic African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is
likely to be launched.
India and Niger:
Bilateral ties between India and Niger have expanded significantly since the
opening of the Indian Resident Diplomatic Mission in Niamey in 2009.
India has provided Lines of Credit worth USD 96.54 million to
Niger for projects in transport, electrification, solar energy, and potable
drinking water.
India is also establishing the Mahatma Gandhi International
Convention Centre (MGICC) in Niamey under grant assistance.
About Niger:
Capital: Niamey
Niger President:- Mohammed Saidil Moctar
