India Sends 5 Tonnes of Cowpea Seeds to Fiji as Humanitarian Aid
In News – India’s Humanitarian Assistance to Fiji under Act East Policy
- Event: The Indian mission in Fiji handed over five metric tonnes of black-eyed cowpea seeds to the Fijian government as humanitarian assistance.
- Location: Sabeto, Nadi, Fiji.
- Significance: This marks the first tranche of seeds sent to Fiji to strengthen agricultural resilience, empower farmers, and enhance food security.
- MEA Statement: The shipment departed from Delhi on 26 July 2025 under India’s Act East Policy, reinforcing solidarity with Indo-Pacific partners.
- Diplomatic Context: This initiative highlights India’s role in supporting sustainable agriculture in Pacific island nations while deepening bilateral relations with Fiji.
Updated: August 11, 2025, 7:08 PM – NEWSONAIR
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