First Counter-Terrorism Dialogue Between India-Nigeria

First Counter-Terrorism Dialogue Between India-Nigeria

Part of: GS Prelims and GS – II – International Relations

In news

• The First Strategic and Counter-Terrorism Dialogue was held between India and Nigeria.

Key takeaways

• Discussions were held on the threats and challenges faced by democratic societies from terrorism, extremism, and radicalization.
• Specific areas of cooperation were identified to enhance fight against terrorism.

Do you know?

• Nigeria is a country in West Africa bordering Niger in the north, Chad in the northeast, Cameroon in the east, and Benin in the west. 
• Its southern coast is on the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean.
• It’s capital is Abuja.

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