India, May 21 -- India and the African Union have agreed to postpone the Fourth India-Africa Forum Summit, initially scheduled to be held in New Delhi from 28-31 May 2026.

According to the press release, the decision was taken after a series of consultations between the Government of India, the Chairperson of the African Union, and the African Union Commission over the emerging public health situation on the continent and the holding of the Summit and associated activities.

"The two sides exchanged views on the evolving health situation in parts of Africa and reaffirmed the importance of continued cooperation in strengthening public health preparedness and response capacities across the continent, including through support to Africa CDC...