- Malawian parliamentary delegation Came to india.
SOURCE :DD.NEWS
A parliamentary delegation from Malawi visited India from July 29 to 31, 2023. The delegation was led by the Speaker of the Malawi National Assembly, Rt. Hon. Catherine Gotani Hara.
The delegation met with a number of Indian officials, including President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, and Rajya Sabha Chairman M. Venkaiah Naidu. They also met with representatives of the Ministry of External Affairs, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
The delegation discussed a wide range of issues, including trade and investment, agriculture, education, and health. They also discussed the need to strengthen cooperation between India and Malawi in the areas of parliamentary democracy, good governance, and women’s empowerment.
The visit of the Malawian parliamentary delegation was a significant step in strengthening the bilateral relations between India and Malawi. It is expected to lead to increased cooperation between the two countries in a number of areas.
Here are some of the key outcomes of the visit:
* The two countries agreed to strengthen their trade and investment ties.
* They also agreed to cooperate in the areas of agriculture, education, and health.
* The two countries also agreed to work together to promote parliamentary democracy, good governance, and women’s empowerment.
The visit of the Malawian parliamentary delegation was a welcome development. It is a sign of the strong and growing ties between India and Malawi. It is expected to lead to increased cooperation between the two countries in the years to come.
Malawi
Malawi is a landlocked country located in southeastern Africa. It is bordered by Tanzania to the north, Mozambique to the east, south, and west. The capital city of Malawi is Lilongwe, and the largest city is Blantyre.
Malawi’s economy is primarily based on agriculture, with a significant portion of the population engaged in subsistence farming. Key crops include tobacco, tea, sugarcane, and cotton. The country also has potential for hydropower generation, and efforts have been made to develop its tourism industry.
The country is renowned for Lake Malawi, also known as Lake Nyasa, which is one of Africa’s largest freshwater lakes and occupies a considerable portion of Malawi’s eastern border. The lake is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers various aquatic activities and beautiful beaches.
Malawi has faced significant health challenges, particularly regarding the HIV/AIDS epidemic, malaria, and other infectious diseases. The government and international organizations have worked to address these issues through various healthcare initiatives.