Ace Khatak dancer Sharmistha Mukherjee and her team mesmerised guests present at the event organised by the India Africa Trade and Cultural Association (IATCA). The event was held to felicitate H.E. Alem Tsehaye Woldemariam, Ambassador of the Republic of Eritrea on his appointment as the Dean of African Missions in India.
H.E. Alem Tsehaye spoke about the relevance of trade and cultural exchanges between India and African nations. Various delegates, Embassy Heads, select diplomats and celebrities were present for the event, one of the first in a series of events being organized by IACTA to celebrate and strengthen India-Africa trade and cultural ties.
The IACTA is a non-profit organisation which helps in bridging the gap for investors and business. As part of the initiatives made by IACTA, Indian entrepreneurs and businessmen are encouraged by New Delhi’s pro-active approach towards ‘doing business’ with Africa. The main objectives of IATCA is a focused approach that encourages stake-holders both from India and Africa, to seize opportunities with both hands, in order to convert intentions into realizable goals.
Speaking at the occasion, P.C Das, Director General, IATCA said, “We believe in strengthening a vibrant India and a resurgent Africa having their bilateral, regional and continental partnership. This partnership anchors in the principles of equality, mutual respect and mutual benefit.”
Leeladhar Bhatt, Secretary, IATCA added, “IATCA creates a strategic cooperation to overcome important challenges for quality education, skill development and capacity development, affordable health care, clean modern energy sources, infrastructure, suitable employment opportunities through development of all sectors of the economy including agriculture, manufacturing and services and value addition.”
