India leverages its G20 Presidency to strengthen ties, hosting PM Modi's state visit to Seychelles and welcoming the African Union as a permanent G20 member.

The entities involved

• Seychelles →

  island sovereign state off the eastern coast of Africa

  • Indian Navy conducted a training deployment in Seychelles.Sat 12:10
  • The UK government is funding scholarships for Seychelles citizens, with Jeff Glekin representing UK interests.Sat 08:43
• G20 →

  group of finance ministers and central bank governors

  • Lesperance compares UK policy to G20 standards, while Taxman is accused of Stasi-like behavior.17:27
  • Putin proposed a meeting at the APEC summit, while Trump may pressure Ukraine during the G20 summit.14:19
• African Union →

  supranational union in Africa

  • In 2009, Green Park in Tripoli was used for celebrations and Libya contributed to the formation of the African Union.13:28
  • King Charles begins a Caribbean tour while the African Union adopts a reparations proposal called for by Guyana.08:27

Related events

• PM Modi is leading India's global development trajectory as part of its G20 presidency, involving South Africa.Sep 7
• India uses its BRICS presidency and G20 engagement to advance ties with Africa, including Côte d'Ivoire.Oct 8
• India's finance ministers participated in the G20 meeting to discuss global economic cooperation and growing finance ties.Aug 28
• Le Monde reported on a recent trip made by influencers to Seychelles.Oct 15
• South Africa is pitching itself as India's gateway to Africa, leveraging its position to support India's push for AU membership in G20.Jun 29