• Amb. Rajiv Bhatia, Gateway House, Mumbai
• Dr. Veda Vaidyanathan, Harvard University Asia Center
• Prof. Renu Modi, University of Mumbai
• Amb. Ashok K. Kantha, Institute of Chinese Studies, New Delhi

India-Africa engagement can be better studied and appreciated if it is assessed in the larger context of the unfolding changes in Africa and the continent’s growing relations with the international community, especially China. How has China been able to craft a formidable, multi-dimensional relationship with Africa within three decades? What are its key features? This seminar attempts to assess reactions to China's Africa record, on the continent and beyond. Another objective is to examine the nature of competition, if any, between China and India in Africa. The eventual goal is to highlight suitable takeaways for consideration by those who are responsible for framing and implementing India's Africa policy.