India and African nations are taking significant steps to bolster their ties, particularly in strategic partnerships, as they prepare for the 4th India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS) scheduled for the last week of May 2026. The recent India-Africa dialogue, held at the Ethiopian Embassy in New Delhi, focused on deepening cooperation and promoting unity within the Global South amid global uncertainties. Ethiopian diplomat Ambassador Molalign Asfaw emphasized Ethiopia's role as a diplomatic hub and highlighted the potential of the youthful populations in both regions to drive economic growth. Senior Indian officials, including Sudhakar Dalela and Rajesh Agarwal, underscored the importance of economic ties, noting that bilateral trade has crossed $100 billion and Indian investments in Africa have exceeded $75 billion. The dialogue also called for stronger institutional collaboration to unlock the full potential of these economic ties, reinforcing India's commitment to deepening partnerships with African nations.