Minister of State for External Affairs Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh undertook an official visit to Cote d'Ivoire from August 6-8, 2026. The visit included attending the National Day Parade where an Indian Armed Forces Marching Contingent was present and holding discussions on various aspects of bilateral relations.
Minister of State for External Affairs, Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, embarked on an official visit to Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, from August 6–8, 2026. The trip was at the invitation of the Government of Cote d'Ivoire, for attending the celebrations of their 66th National Day as the Guest of Honour.
During the visit, Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh attended the National Day Parade and witnessed the participation of an Indian Armed Forces Marching Contingent. The Minister held substantive bilateral discussions with Cote d'Ivoire's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, covering the entire gamut of bilateral relations.
The discussions included economic and development partnership, defence and security cooperation, and people-to-people ties. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the multifaceted India–Cote d'Ivoire partnership.
An important component of the visit was the Minister of State’s interaction with the Indian diaspora in Abidjan. Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh appreciated the valuable contribution of the Indian community towards strengthening the bonds of friendship between India and Cote d'Ivoire, and reiterated the Government of India’s continued commitment to the welfare, safety, and well-being of the Indian citizens overseas and the Indian diaspora.
The visit provided a valuable opportunity to further consolidate the momentum in India–Cote d'Ivoire relations. The warm reception accorded to the Minister of State and the Indian Armed Forces contingent reflected the depth of goodwill and friendship between the two countries.
Source:
Ministry of External Affairs
