The India-Africa Forum Summit, scheduled to take place in New Delhi next week, has been postponed due to a worsening public health situation linked to an Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa, officials confirmed on Thursday.
The decision was taken jointly by the African Union and India’s Ministry of External Affairs, citing concerns over safety and participation of African leaders amid the evolving crisis. India’s Ministry of External Affairs said the postponement reflects the need to ensure full participation of African leaders and stakeholders while addressing the ongoing health emergency.
The statement emphasized that the move was made due to the “evolving public health situation in parts of Africa,” particularly in regions affected by the outbreak.