India and Mali
Country guide in 5 articles, about 19 minutes of reading
Written from the Ministry of External Affairs bilateral brief on India and Mali (April 2026). Figures and events are as the brief gives them at that date. Contact details come from the verified MEA register and are shown live.
Relations
India and Mali: diplomatic relations and milestones
The opening of embassies in 2009, visits by Malian Presidents and Indian leaders, India's stance during the 2012 crisis, dialogue mechanisms and the agreements signed.
5 min read · Published 3 October 2026
Trade and investment
Trade and investment between India and Mali
Bilateral trade by year, the goods traded, duty free access for Mali, sectors identified for Indian investment, and CII conclaves and business delegations.
3 min read · Published 3 October 2026
Development and cooperation
India and Mali: development partnership and cooperation
India's lines of credit to Mali, including the Bamako-Sikasso power project, solar projects under the ISA, grants, COVID-19 support, ITEC training and defence contacts.
4 min read · Published 3 October 2026
Culture, education and community
Culture, education and the Indian community in Mali
Cultural exchanges and events, heritage support for Timbuktu, scholarships and e-VBAB courses for Malian nationals, and the Indian community of around 600 in Mali.
4 min read · Published 3 October 2026
Practical guide
Mali in India: embassy, consulates and how to get help
Contact details of the Embassy of Mali in New Delhi, its honorary consulates in Bengaluru, Kolkata and Mumbai, the head of mission and the national day.
3 min read · Published 3 October 2026
Source. MEA bilateral brief: India and Mali, April 2026. Diplo is independent and is not affiliated with any government. Suggest a correction.