Singh, who arrived here was given a rousing reception and was welcomed by Ethiopian deputy prime minister Hailemariam Desalegn and Indian Ambassador to Ethiopia B S Bishnoi. He also inspected a guard of honour.

15 African countries are set to participate in the summit, where Singh is also expected to make a strong pitch for UN reforms.

Singh will co-chair the Summit with the President of Equatorial Guinea, Obiang Nguema Mbasogo in his current capacity as chairperson of the AU.

The leaders will discuss significant aspects of the India-Africa partnership with the objective of enhancing and widening its ambit for mutual benefit.
(Press Trust of India)