RAJYA SABHA
UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.513
TO BE ANSWERED ON 20.07.2017
ASIA-AFRICA GROWTH CORRIDOR
513. SHRI ANAND SHARMA:
Will the Minister of EXTERNAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
(a) whether a vision document has been launched to develop an "Asia-Africa Growth Corridor” between India and Japan;
(b) if so, the details and the reasons therefor;
(c) whether any agreement has been signed between India, Japan and Africa to extend the line of credit for the project; and
(d) if so, the details thereof ?
ANSWER
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
[GEN. (DR) V. K. SINGH (RETD)]
(a) Yes.
(b) There exists vast and untapped potential among countries in Asia and Africa, which could be explored for shared growth, development, peace, prosperity and stability of these regions. The opportunities and aspirations in the two regions can be connected
through Asia Africa Growth Corridor.
(c) No.
(d) Does not arise.
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