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Apr 11 2025

Government of India and DP World launch new trade initiative connecting India with Africa

DP World and the Indian government have today [11 April 2025] announced the launch of the ‘Bharat Africa Setu’ – described as “a transformative trade initiative designed to double India-Africa trade and strengthen South-South cooperation”.

 

The initiative is being supported by India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and Ministry of External Affairs. It will “connect DP World’s ports, economic zones and logistics parks across both regions”. According to DP World, it will give Indian exporters access to 53 African countries and 260,000 points of sale through a fully integrated trade ecosystem.

DP World operates 10 ports and terminals, three economic zones, and over 200 warehouses across Africa,  with expertise in freight operations, logistics management and market access. The Bharat Africa Setu is designed to integrate physical infrastructure with value-added services to “to create a seamless trade ecosystem for the two regions”.

 

Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, group chairman and CEO of DP World, said: “Africa has the potential to transform into a key player in the global economy, with trade and strategic partnerships serving as catalysts for the continent’s growth and prosperity.

 

“Our partnership with the government of India to establish the Bharat Africa Setu will open doors for Indian exporters to the vast opportunity in Africa by enhancing bilateral trade efficiency and improving market access.” Read more

 

Source: LOGISTICS MANAGER