More Gujaratis are showing interest in Rwanda due to the favorable investment environment, according to Rwanda’s Ambassador to India, Jacqueline Mukangira. She highlighted Rwanda’s incentives for investors and its strong stance against corruption. The bilateral relations between Rwanda and India are robust, with India being a significant investor in Rwanda and a key trading partner.
Rwanda’s imports from India include pharmaceuticals, ICT equipment, and various goods that can be supplied by Gujarat. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Rwanda in 2018 marked a milestone in the countries’ relationship. The visit resulted in several agreements being signed, covering areas such as trade, defence, agriculture, and a substantial line of credit for economic development projects.
During PM Modi’s visit, India extended financial aid and support in education, renewable energy, healthcare, and other sectors to Rwanda. The visit also included a contribution to Rwanda’s ‘Girinka programme’ with the gifting of two hundred cows. The leaders of both nations have collaborated on various fronts, including efforts to combat the Covid-19 pandemic.
