India Pledges $10 Million for Ebola Response at African Union Summit
India has announced a financial commitment of $10 million to assist in the response to the Ebola outbreak. This pledge was made during a virtual summit conducted with the African Union.
The announcement regarding the funding was delivered by Union Health Minister JP Nadda. The financial support is intended to bolster efforts to manage and mitigate the impact of the Ebola virus.
In addition to the financial pledge, the outbreak has impacted diplomatic scheduling between the two parties. India and the African Union have decided to postpone a summit that was originally scheduled to take place in New Delhi.
The decision to delay the New Delhi meeting comes as a direct result of the ongoing Ebola outbreak. While the virtual summit allowed for the announcement of the $10 million aid package, the physical gathering in India has been put on hold.
The commitment reflects India's involvement in supporting the African Union's health response during this crisis. The funds are designated specifically for Ebola response efforts.
The postponement of the New Delhi summit underscores the severity of the current health situation, leading both India and the African Union to adjust their diplomatic calendar. Further details regarding the rescheduled date for the New Delhi summit have not been provided.
