"THE WORLD SEES MALAWI AS A PEACEFUL NATION, RICH IN CULTURE WITH WARM-HEARTED PEOPLE"

H.E. Mr. Leonard Mengezi, High Commissioner of the Republic of Malawi to the Republic of India

Diplomatist: Excellency, India will receive a highlevel delegation from Malawi this month. What is the agenda for the visiting delegation?

H.E. Mr. Leonard Mengezi: Malawi Delegation expects to meet and interact with the business community and individuals who may be interested in trading as well as investing in Malawi especially in agro-processing, energy, mining, health, manufacturing, tourism as well as technology.

Diplomatist: What are the key industries for the Malawian economy?

H.E. Mr. Leonard Mengezi: Malawi's economy is agro-based. As such the major industries are agriculturerelated. Others include, mining, tourism, financial and professional services.

Diplomatist: The current dynamics of the MalawiIndia relationship are very positive. Which are the areas where Malawi and India can mutually work in partnership?

H.E. Mr. Leonard Mengezi: We expect India and Malawi to continue working together in the areas of trade, capacity building, ICT and infrastructure development.

Diplomatist: Could you highlight the investment climate and opportunities in your country for foreign investors?