ECOWAS and India to strengthen ties in trade, security, and investment
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and India have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their relationship for the mutual benefit of their respective citizens.
Key areas expected to receive a boost in cooperation include economic and trade relations, capacity building, investment, and security.
This commitment was made during a visit by the Indian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Vertika Rawat, to the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr. Omar Alieu Touray.
Mrs. Rawat praised ECOWAS for its dedication to regional stability and prosperity, as well as for maintaining strong cooperation with India over the years.
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The Indian High Commission also announced plans for India and ECOWAS to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further consolidate their already strong ties.
Strengthening partnerships
The President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, welcomed the move to deepen cooperation between ECOWAS and India.
He expressed optimism that the partnership would reach new heights, while also exploring new areas of collaboration that align with their shared goals of sustainable economic growth and development.
Dr. Touray emphasized that ECOWAS remains open to partnerships with countries and institutions, provided such engagements promote regional unity, security, and economic advancement.
"Our partners must help us preserve peace and unity, and promote development in our community. They must help us to unite and come together, rather than divide us," he said.
