Zanzibar President Ali Mwinyi arrives in New Delhi on four-day official visit
New Delhi, July 19
President of Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, Hussein Ali Mwinyi, arrived in New Delhi late Saturday as part of his four-day official visit to India, aimed at strengthening the India-Tanzania Strategic Partnership and expanding cooperation across key sectors.
Welcoming the visiting leader, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on a post on X said that the visit builds on longstanding people-to-people ties and shared priorities between India and Tanzania as partners in the Global South.
Before arriving in the national capital, President Mwinyi visited Chennai, where he attended the 63rd Convocation Ceremony of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras as the Chief Guest. The visit carries added significance as the IIT Madras Zanzibar campus marks two years since its establishment in October 2023.
"Warmly welcome Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, President of Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, as he arrives in New Delhi. The visit follows President Mwinyi's successful engagements in Chennai yesterday, where he attended the 63rd Convocation Ceremony of IIT Madras as the Chief Guest. The visit reflects the growing momentum in the India-Tanzania Strategic Partnership, building on longstanding people-to-people ties and our shared priorities as partners in the Global South," the MEA said in a post on X.
According to the MEA, President Mwinyi's visit to India, from July 17 to July 20, is taking place at the invitation of Vice President CP Radhakrishnan. He is accompanied by his spouse and a high-level delegation comprising ministers and senior officials.
During his stay in New Delhi, President Mwinyi is scheduled to hold talks with Vice President Radhakrishnan to review the full spectrum of India-Tanzania relations and explore new avenues for bilateral cooperation. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is also expected to call on the visiting leader.
India and Tanzania share longstanding ties of friendship and cooperation across a wide range of sectors. The MEA said President Mwinyi's visit is expected to impart renewed momentum to bilateral relations and further deepen cooperation for the mutual benefit of both countries.
— ANI
Reader Comments
This is a significant visit. Our ties with Africa are crucial for the Global South narrative. Hope concrete agreements come out of this, especially in trade and maritime security. The Zanzibar campus is a great stepping stone.
A strategic move by India to strengthen ties with Tanzania. IIT Madras in Zanzibar is a brilliant example of educational diplomacy. Both nations have much to gain from this partnership.
While I appreciate the diplomatic warmth, I hope we're also having tough conversations about trade imbalances and Indian investments in Africa. It can't just be photo ops and convocation ceremonies. Need results on the ground.
Great to see India projecting soft power! The IIT Zanzibar campus is a game changer. With Africa being the next growth frontier, India is positioning itself perfectly. Kudos to the government for this foresight.
As a student from the West, I find this partnership inspiring. India's educational reach into Africa is something many countries should learn from. This is genuine capacity building, not just charity.
Hope this visit also focuses on boosting tourism and direct flights between Zanzibar and Indian cities. Zanzibar is a beautiful island
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