Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests
Q3. Assess the evolving nature of India’s engagement with Africa. What strategic imperatives drive this outreach? (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: InsightsIAS
Why the question:
India’s expanding geopolitical footprint in Africa amidst global power realignment and South-South cooperation has renewed focus on its evolving foreign policy strategies.Key Demand of the question:
The question requires examining how India’s engagement with Africa has transformed in recent years and identifying the strategic motivations behind this outreach.Structure of the Answer
Introduction:
Briefly highlight the shift from historical solidarity to strategic convergence in India-Africa relations.Body:
- Explain the changing nature of India’s engagement, such as new sectors, institutional mechanisms, and multilateral partnerships.
- Outline key strategic imperatives like countering external influence, maritime security, energy access, diaspora leverage, and market expansion.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a futuristic vision of India-Africa cooperation within the emerging multipolar global order.
