The Asian-African Chamber of Commerce & Industry (AACCI) successfully hosted the 7th High-Level Diplomatic Meet (HLD Meet 2025) in New Delhi, drawing together an esteemed assembly of diplomats, ministers, global peace leaders, spiritual icons, business representatives, and thought leaders from across Asia and Africa.
Held under the theme “Bridging Continents, Building Peace and Prosperity”, the day-long summit symbolized the growing spirit of Afro-Asian unity, focused on strengthening cultural, economic, and spiritual cooperation between the two regions.
A Historic Gathering of Leaders
In his welcome remarks, Dr. G.D. Singh, Founder & Chairman of AACCI, hailed the summit as a milestone platform where “spirituality, diplomacy, and business converge for a common purpose — unity and shared growth across Asia and Africa.” He emphasized that AACCI has consistently acted as a bridge for fostering meaningful collaborations, positioning this series as a catalyst for future economic and cultural integration.
Dr. Singh further added: “The destiny of our continents is intertwined not only through history, but through our shared vision of inclusivity, sustainable growth, and peace. AACCI is proud to lead this movement by bringing together global stakeholders under one roof.”
Inspiring Keynotes and Contributions
The summit saw the presence of distinguished ambassadors, diplomats, and thought leaders who shared their insights:
- Amb. Mahesh Sachdev, Former Ambassador of India to Algeria, Norway, and Nigeria; National President, AACCI — Keynote Address on sustainable trade and cultural exchange.
- H.E. Ambassador Molalign Asfaw, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Ethiopia — Stressed on empowering youth through education and technology.
- H.E. Ambassador Alberto Guani, Embassy of Uruguay — Emphasized multilateral cooperation.
- Amb. Mary M. Mutuku, Deputy Head of Mission, Kenya High Commission — Focused on people-to-people connections.
- H.E. Ambassador Clemente Camenha, Embassy of the Republic of Angola — Highlighted cultural and trade ties.
- Bhai Sahib Satpal Singh Khalsa, Ambassador of the Sikh Religion, Chairman – Sikh Dharma USA, and Global Peace Ambassador — Advocated for interfaith harmony.
- His Holiness Haji Syed Salman Chishty, Gaddi Nashin, Dargah Ajmer Sharif & Chairman, Chishty Foundation — Delivered a spiritual keynote rooted in Sufi principles.
- Mr. Conrad Nana Kojo Asiedu, First Secretary – Trade, Culture & Tourism, High Commission of Ghana — Reaffirmed Ghana’s cultural diplomacy.
- Mr. Mohamed Ali Fazari, Counsellor, Embassy of Sudan — Called for joint ventures in agriculture and energy.
- Mr. Bui Trung Thuong, Trade Counsellor & Head of Trade Office, Embassy of Vietnam — Spoke on enhancing trade ties.
Special addresses were also delivered by eminent speakers:
- Mr. Shafi Shoukath, CEO & Founder, iQue Ventures — On entrepreneurial innovation.
- Dr. G.V. Rao, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of India — On justice and global peace.
- Dr. Rakesh Kapoor, Special Secretary, Government of Himachal Pradesh — On governance and leadership.
- Adv. Prerana, POSH Consultant — On inclusive workplaces.
- Mr. Raman Preet, Chairman, Pune Institute of Business Management — On education’s role in leadership.
Peace, Partnerships & Recognition
The Meet witnessed significant milestones including the signing of key MoUs for mutual cooperation, the Global Peace Declaration & WPDO Peace Oath Ceremony, where all dignitaries pledged to uphold peace and inclusivity, and the prestigious Asian-African Leadership Awards, recognizing exceptional contributions to diplomacy, peacebuilding, and sustainable development.
The ceremony served as a reminder that partnerships must go beyond economic alliances and embrace the cultural and spiritual dimensions of leadership.
A Renewed Commitment to Afro-Asian Unity
As the curtains drew on the 7th High-Level Diplomatic Meet, delegates collectively pledged to carry forward the spirit of Ubuntu — “I am because we are”, embedding this principle into future collaborations across trade, culture, education, and spirituality.
AACCI reaffirmed its commitment to act as a global bridge-builder, ensuring that the shared legacy of Asia and Africa translates into a sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous future.
This event – “Asian-African High-Level Diplomatic Meet 2025 – Series 7” has been media-powered and supported by Asian News Channel, Global News Network, World News 24×7, and News Age
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