Part of: GS-Prelims and GS – II – International Relations
In News: India has proposed to institutionalise the India Africa Defence Dialogue during successive DefExpos to be held once every two years.
Background: India and Africa share a close and historical relationship. The foundation of India–Africa defence relations are based on the two guiding principles namely ‘SAGAR’, Security and Growth for All in the Region’ and ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’, The World is One Family.
Note: ‘Lucknow Declaration’: A Joint Declaration between India and Africa was adopted after conclusion of first-ever India Africa Defence Ministers Conclave (IADMC)
News Source: PIB
