Namibia attained its independence on 21 March 1990. After its independence, the country was able to enter into bilateral ties with twenty-two countries including India. Namibia is also represented at the United Nations, the African Union and the Commonwealth.

The opening by Namibia of a fully fledged mission during March 1994 has resulted in the two countries entering into bilateral co-operation agreements in the areas of Trade and Investment as well as Technical Co-operation.

Currently the principal export commodities from India to Namibia are drugs and pharmaceuticals, agro-chemicals, glass and plastic products, machine tools, machinery and instruments, transport equipment, rubber products, electronic goods and leather goods.

The main commodities from Namibia to India are non-ferrous metals, metal scrap and metalliferous ore.

Namibia is endowed with mineral resources and the two countries have singed a Memorandum of Understanding in order for India to source uranium from Namibia for her nuclear power generation. India has shown interest in the purchase of uncut diamonds from Namibia as well as the establishment of cutting and polishing plants in Namibia.

Namibia Government is aware that India has world class institutions for technology management and entrepreneurship, education and research. In this regard, the Namibia High Commission has been encouraging Namibians to take advantage of skills and expertise, especially in the areas of IT education and capacity building, which India has always been prepared to offer to the African countries.

 

Marten N. Kapewasha
High Commissioner