With reference to India's developmental cooperation with Ethiopia, consider the following statements: 1. India has supported over 50,000 students in Ethiopia. 2. The cooperation focuses on sectors including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and space. 3. India has supported over 220 projects in the country. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Jaishankar highlights India's support for 220 projects and over 70,000 students in Ethiopia

GS2Polity · Governance · IR· India's bilateral relations· Prelims· 10 October 2026

South-South Cooperation and developmental diplomacy: a key GS2 theme for India's Africa policy.

Why in news

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted India's extensive developmental support and cooperation in technology and education during a visit to Ethiopia.

Background

S. Jaishankar addressed a gathering at the Adwa Memorial Museum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, as part of a three-nation tour including Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana. India has supported over 220 projects and more than 70,000 students in Ethiopia.

Facts for Prelims

FactIndia has supported over 220 projects in Ethiopia.
FactOver 70,000 students in Ethiopia have received Indian support.
PlaceAdwa Memorial Museum is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
S&TIndia emphasized cooperation in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, space, drones, AI, and the India Stack.

Prelims practice question

With reference to India's developmental cooperation with Ethiopia, consider the following statements:

India has supported over 50,000 students in Ethiopia.
The cooperation focuses on sectors including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and space.
India has supported over 220 projects in the country.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)2 only
(b)3 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d)2 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (d) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The note states India supported over 70,000 students.

For Mains

Q. Discuss how India's 'South-South Cooperation' model, exemplified by its engagement with Ethiopia, serves as a tool for expanding its global footprint and soft power.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Technological Diplomacy: Leveraging India Stack and AI as non-traditional tools for South-South cooperation
Developmental Partnership: Shifting from aid-based models to collaborative manufacturing and pharmaceutical cooperation

Keywords: South-South Cooperation · Soft Power · India Stack · Technological Diplomacy · Developmental Partnership

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