India-Africa Forum Summit postponed in wake of Ebola virus outbreak
The India-Africa Forum Summit has been postponed due to the Ebola virus outbreak affecting parts of Africa. The decision was made following consultations between the Indian government and the African Union. New dates for the summit will be determined later, emphasizing the need for international cooperation in addressing public health emergencies.
- ▪The summit was originally scheduled for May 28-31, 2026, in New Delhi.
- ▪The postponement was announced by the Ministry of External Affairs of India.
- ▪The World Health Organization declared the Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern.
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- ▪ Africa summit in India postponed over Ebola outbreak fears — BBC News
- ▪ Ebola outbreak forces India to put off Africa summit — Times of India — Top
- ▪ India-Africa Forum Summit postponed over Ebola outbreak in Africa — Hindustan Times — Top
- ▪ India-Africa summit postponed due to Ebola outbreak, first case confirmed in South Kivu — France 24 (EN)
- ▪ India-Africa summit postponed as aid groups warn Ebola outbreak is ‘gaining momentum’ — ABC News — International
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India and the African Union have decided to postpone the India-Africa Forum Summit scheduled to be held next week in New Delhi, due to the "evolving health situation in parts of Africa", the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday (May 21, 2026).The summit was initially scheduled to take place in New Delhi from May 28-31, 2026.“Recognising the importance of ensuring the full participation and engagement of African leaders and stakeholders, and mindful of the emerging public health situation on the continent, consultations were held between the Government of India, the Chairperson of the African Union, and the African Union Commission regarding the holding of the Summit and associated activities,” the MEA said in its statement.The Ministry said that the two sides…
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