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Benin

Oct. 17, 2026

Recently, India and Benin have held high-level talks in Porto-Novo to strengthen bilateral cooperation across defence, health, agriculture, and economic sectors.

About Benin:  

  • Benin is a country in West Africa.
  • Bordering Countries: It borders Niger to the northeast, Nigeria to the east, Togo to the west, and Burkina Faso to the northeast.
  • Maritime Boundary: To the south, it has a small stretch of coastline on the Bight of Benin which is part of the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean.
  • Capital City: Porto-Novo
  • Geographical Features of Benin:
    • Climate: It has a hot, humid tropical climate.
    • Plateau: Its main plateau is La Terre de Barre Plateau.
    • Mountain: Atakora Mountains located in northwest of Benin, which is a branch of the Togo Mountains.
    • Highest Point: Benin's highest point is Sokbaro.
    • Major Rivers: The Niger and Ouémé are the country's major rivers. 
    • Natural Resources: Benin is very rich with key minerals including Limestone, Marble, and Gold.

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