India's view of the world · A factual referenceLast updated 12 May 2026 · Edition 04
COUNTRY RELATIONSHIP · CABO VERDE
India & Cabo Verde
ITEC PARTNERAFRICA OUTREACHSIDS SOLIDARITY
India and Cabo Verde maintain cordial diplomatic relations since 1975, anchored by India's Africa outreach and solidarity with Small Island Developing States. Cooperation focuses on capacity building through ITEC, technical assistance, and multilateral coordination at the UN. Trade remains modest given Cabo Verde's small economy, but India is a source of pharmaceuticals, textiles, and development finance through lines of credit.
COOPERATION AREAS
Where India and Cabo Verde actually work together
4 active areas of cooperation, as of July 2026. Click any card for the full brief.
TRADE & INVESTMENT
By the numbers
Estimates based on available trade data. Cabo Verde is a small import-dependent island economy; figures are approximate.
~$25mn
Total bilateral trade in goods
~$22mn
India exports to country
~$3mn
India imports from country
Trade trajectory · USD bn
$0.025bnin 2023 · click a bar to compare years
TOP TRADED ITEMS
AGREEMENTS & MILESTONES
The relationship since 1975, in 5 dates
CURRENT STATE
Where things stand, 2026
Relations are cordial but limited in scope, reflecting Cabo Verde's small economy and geographic distance. ITEC training remains the primary cooperation channel. India views Cabo Verde as part of its broader Africa SIDS outreach, particularly relevant in climate and ocean governance forums. Trade is minimal and dominated by Indian pharmaceutical exports.
SIGNALS TO WATCH
On track / positive momentum
In progress / worth watching
Stalled or facing headwinds
Not yet started / unclear
QUICK FACTS
CapitalPraia
Population590,000
RegionAfrica
Diplomatic tiesSince 1975
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