India and Namibia hold Foreign Office Consultations and agree to deepen collaboration in defence and critical minerals

Key facts

• Both sides agreed to further deepen bilateral ties in key areas such as health, Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), agriculture, defence and critical minerals.
• Discussions were also held on regional and international issues of mutual interest, including cooperation at the UN.
• The FOC was co-chaired by Janesh Kain, Joint Secretary (East & Southern Africa), Ministry of External Affairs and Ambassador Charles Josob, Acting Head of Department for Bilateral Relations and Cooperation, Ministry of International Relations and Trade, Namibia.