DefExpo 2020: ‘Lucknow Declaration’ adopted at India-Africa Defence Conclave

In the ongoing defence expo, the ‘Lucknow Declaration’ was
adopted yesterday at the India – Africa Defence Conclave held on the sidelines
of the event. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his counterparts from 12
African countries along with representatives of 38 other African countries were
present at the conclave, which was organised for the first time.

The ‘Lucknow Declaration’ recalled the Indian contribution
to defence and security in the African continent and states that terrorism is a
major threat in the region. 

Addressing the conclave Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh
said that India is an all weather friend of Africa and Africa is at the top of
India’s priorities. Sources reports that 14 MoUs had been signed yesterday
between India and Russia which will cover way for production of different
Russian defence equipment in India.

Today, the main function on the third day of Defexpo is
Bandhan – Ceremony in which  MoUs will be
signed in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Chief Minister of
Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath.

Seven seminars will also be held on the third day, on
various issues.