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May 4, 2026 (PORT SUDAN) – Sudan’s and India’s foreign ministries conducted a round of political discussions in Port Sudan on Monday, focusing on enhancing economic and trade relations as well as counter-terrorism initiatives.

The gatherings come several months after Foreign Minister Mohieddin Salem held discussions in New Delhi with Indian authorities, such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. These earlier talks led to a commitment to revive bilateral cooperation frameworks and create a strategic economic alliance.

The ninth session of political consultations was co-chaired by Mawia Osman Khalid, the Sudanese Undersecretary of the Foreign Ministry, and Suresh Kumar, Joint Secretary for West Asia and North Africa at the Indian Ministry of External Affairs, at the ministry’s headquarters in Port Sudan.

The Sudanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs mentioned in a press statement that both parties reconfirmed their dedication to improving anti-terrorism collaboration and tackling common security issues.

The two delegations committed to strengthening economic relations in areas such as agriculture, energy, pharmaceuticals, mining, and digital transformation. They highlighted the importance of promoting collaborations between the private sectors of both countries.

Conversations also centered around enhancing trade, with both parties exploring ways to simplify financial transactions to enhance business exchanges. Officials also discussed improving movement by aiming to create direct flights between Sudan and India.

India continues to be a key provider of Sudan’s vital imports, mainly agricultural equipment and fabrics.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the discussions examined bilateral relations and considered methods to enhance them in multiple areas, along with an exchange of perspectives on regional and global matters of shared interest.

The discussions further explored opportunities for collaboration within the healthcare field, such as assistance in the restoration of medical facilities and the growth of drug production. Both parties also examined partnerships concerning artificial limbs and the use of telemedicine technologies.

India has emerged as a preferred location for thousands of Sudanese individuals seeking medical care for intricate health conditions, particularly because many advanced hospitals in Sudan have stopped functioning and healthcare professionals have left the country amid the continuous conflict.

The Sudanese representatives thanked India for its favorable stance towards Sudan in recent periods and commended the training initiatives and academic scholarships offered by New Delhi. Khartoum seeks to broaden these programs to match its goals during the rebuilding process.