New Delhi, Aug. 5 -- External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday highlighted the theme of Africa Day 2026, 'Africa: A Land of Rich Culture and Opportunities', and said it "truly captures the dynamism of the continent today", while underlining India's growing trade, investment and development partnership with Africa.

Addressing the Africa Day celebrations in New Delhi, Jaishankar said India strongly supports Africa's rightful representation in a reformed United Nations Security Council and also sought African countries' support for India's permanent membership of the UN Security Council.

"Guided by this spirit, India is a strong votary of Africa's rightful place in a reformed United Nations Security Council. We similarly seek you...