Current Affairs - International - Discussion

India and Sudan conducted the ninth round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in Port Sudan on May 4, 2026, to review and strengthen bilateral relations. The discussions covered areas such as trade, energy, mining, agriculture, digital infrastructure, and capacity building. Both countries also emphasised cooperation in counter-terrorism and human resource development through programs like ITEC and ICCR scholarships. Sudan condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, reflecting support for security cooperation with India. The meeting further reinforced diplomatic engagement between the two nations, and it was decided that the next round of consultations would be hosted in New Delhi.