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Gibson Nyikadzino
Zimpapers Politics Hub
INDIA is a steadfast partner in the Global South whose collaboration with Zimbabwe is rooted in a shared commitment to sustainable development, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Professor Amon Murwira said yesterday.
Addressing guests at India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations in Harare, Prof Murwira said the event marked the renewal of the two countries’ pledge to continue working together in the spirit of solidarity and mutual respect for their progress.
Prof Murwira emphasised that the relationship between the two countries is operationalised through Zimbabwe’s foreign policy and international trade goals that ensure the integrity, dignity and prosperity of the two nations.
“Zimbabwe adopts a non-adversarial posture and values India as a steadfast partner in the Global South. This goal is evidenced by our reciprocal support arrangement for non-permanent seats at the United Nations Security Council, with India supporting Zimbabwe’s 2027-28 bid, and Zimbabwe supporting India for 2028-29.
“This aligns with our constitutional mandate to participate in organisations that stand for the well-being of humanity,” Prof Murwira said.
Zimbabwe’s top diplomat said the recent meeting between the Zimbabwean delegation and India’s Minister of New and Renewable Energy in Davos, Switzerland, reaffirmed the pair’s strong bilateral relations.
India’s Ambassador Brahma Kumar praised historical links and strong political relations between the two countries, which he said are poised to turn into robust economic relations.
He expressed his confidence in the contributions of India’s business sector to Zimbabwe’s economy.
“We celebrate our linkages with Zimbabwe that date back to the era of the Munhumutapa Kingdom. Indian merchants established strong links with Zimbabwe, trading in textiles, minerals and metals.
“Today, Indian investments from the private sector are reaching new heights and it is estimated to be worth $600 million. They directly and indirectly provide employment to 15 000 people. The number of Indian companies and professionals is also rising. I am confident that the Indian business sector will be an important contributor in building Zimbabwe’s economy,” Ambassador Kumar said.
He went on to commend the bilateral relationship between India and Zimbabwe.
“Our two countries have been strong supporters of the South-South Cooperation Framework and our bilateral relations have reflected strong bonding between the two countries,” he said.
Harare Mayor Councillor Jacob Mafume, senior Government officials, Heads of Mission and diplomats accredited to Zimbabwe were among those who attended the event.
