On 31 May 2026, leaders from across Africa and India will gather in New Delhi, India, for the fourth India-Africa Forum Summit. The theme chosen for the summit captures that ambition: “IA SPIRIT: India Africa Strategic Partnership for Innovation, Resilience, and Inclusive Transformation.” The case for a deeper partnership between India and Africahas been sharpened by geopolitical tensions andglobal supply chain disruptions in recent times. The ongoing crisis in the Persian Gulf has sent tremors through energy markets worldwide.