The second round of the India-US Dialogue on Africa held in Washington on 14-15 May 2024

Current Context: The second round of the India-US Dialogue on Africa was held in Washington DC on 14-15 May 2024.

• Here are some key details:
• The Indian side was jointly led by Shri Puneet R. Kundal, AS (E&SA) and Shri Sevala N. Mude, AS (C&WA).
• The US side was led by Ms. Mary Catherine Phee, Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs.
• The dialogue aims to share ideas and perspectives and explore ways to develop institutional, technical and bilateral synergies to work together in Africa.
• It also targets identification of developmental projects and programs of cooperation in Africa, leveraging the strengths of India and the US, in accordance with African priorities.
• This is the first such dialogue on Africa between India and the US after the inclusion of the African Union as a permanent member of the G20 during India’s presidency of the G20.

Question:

Q.1 What is one of the main aims of the India-US Dialogue on Africa?
a. To develop institutional, technical and bilateral synergies to work together in Africa
b. To establish military bases in Africa
c. To promote tourism in Africa
d. None of the above