India and Nicaragua signed an umbrella agreement on Tuesday to implement Quick Impact Projects (QIPs). The agreement was signed by Indian Ambassador to Panama, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica, Sumit Seth, and Nicaragua’s Foreign Minister, Valdrack Jaentschke, in the capital city of Managua.

The memorandum of understanding (MoU) aims to deliver tangible benefits to local communities in Nicaragua by focusing on key areas such as physical infrastructure—roads and community centers—as well as social infrastructure, including education, healthcare, and sanitation. The Government of India will provide grant assistance for each QIP under this framework, ensuring immediate and visible improvements for the people of Nicaragua.

In a post on X, the Indian Embassy highlighted the significance of the agreement, saying, “To add another dimension to the relationship, Ambassador Sumit Seth and Foreign Minister Valdrack Jaentschke signed an umbrella agreement to implement Quick Impact Projects.”

This initiative underscores India’s active role in supporting global development through partnerships tailored to the needs of local communities. By prioritizing impactful and time-sensitive projects, the agreement reflects India’s commitment to fostering stronger ties with Nicaragua and enhancing its socio-economic infrastructure.

The relations between India and Nicaragua have remained warm and cooperative since the establishment of diplomatic ties in March 1983. While India’s Embassy in Panama is concurrently accredited to Nicaragua, Nicaragua’s Embassy in Tokyo is concurrently accredited to India. These collaborations, including the newly signed MoU, signify a shared vision for development and strengthened bilateral engagement.

(Inputs from ANI)