Africa
Interaction with the Delegation from Uganda

On 20 March, 2025, VIF hosted a delegation from Uganda led by Ambassador Jonny M. Muhindo, Head, Diaspora Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Uganda. Mr. Bagonza Mohammed, Head of Diaspora Affairs Unit, State House; Ms. Birungi...

Africa Now – (01-15 March, 2025)

OVERVIEW This edition of Africa Now looks at significant developments across the African continent, focusing on security, politics, economy and foreign policy. Security challenges continue to persist with officials in Ethiopia's Tigray region asking...

VIF News Digest : National Security- Defence Studies & Terrorism (1-15 February 2025)

Defence Defence Union Budget 2025 Algerian Military Visit Boosts India Relations Bhutan’s Military Chief Visits India India and Spain Hold 5th Joint Defense Meeting Defense Ministers Review India-US Collaboration INS Tushil Arrives in Seychelles...

Africa Now – (16-28 February, 2025)

The African continent witnessed significant progress over the last two weeks. With its vast resources, strategic location and rapidly growing population, Africa has become an important player in the geopolitical scenario. It is important to look at...

VIF News Digest : National Security- Defence Studies & Terrorism (16-31 January 2025)

Defence MoD inks Rs 2,960 crore contract with BDL for Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles for Indian Navy. Raksha Mantri’s telecall with UK Secretary of State for Defence. INSMumbai Joins Multinational Exercise LA PEROUSE. INSSarvekshak Completes...

India's Strategic Balancing in Navigating the Arc of Instability and Conflict in the Western Indian Ocean

Introduction: Context and Relevance The magnitude of overlapping and interlinked conflicts in West Asia, Northern, and Eastern Africa makes 2024 one of the most volatile years in the global political landscape, affecting the lives and livelihoods of...

Africa Now – (01-15 February, 2025)

OVERVIEW This edition of Africa Now looks into significant developments across the African continent, focusing on security, politics, economy and foreign policy. The continent mourns the passing of Namibia's founding father, Sam Nujoma who played an...

Africa Now – (16-31 January, 2025)

OVERVIEW This edition of Africa Now explores significant political, economic, and diplomatic developments across the continent. The situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) remains volatile with rebels taking over the largest city in the...

Uncertainties Across the Horn of Africa: How the Ethiopia-Somaliland MoU is Reshaping the Region

The African continent grapples with numerous challenges, including political instability, economic challenges, and social unrest. Conflicts over resources, ethnic tensions, and governance issues exacerbate inequalities across the continent. In such...

Africa Now – (01-15 January, 2025)

OVERVIEW This edition of Africa Now, the fortnightly news digest focuses on significant developments in the continent across political, security, diplomacy, and economic sectors. Chad held its parliamentary elections amidst uncertainty with...

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