Shillong, Sept 26: While looking forward to having cultural and tourism exchange programmes with Meghalaya, the diplomats from four African countries are on a three day tour to Shillong to experience the beauty of the place. This initiative is expected to bring in more tourism to the hill state.

The High commissioners of African countries like Zambia, Keneya, Malawi and Tanzania are on a three day visit to Meghalaya. The tour is sponsored by Flybig Airlines.Sharing his thoughts, High Commissioner of Kenya to India, Ambassador Willy K Bett said he would like to see if there are any linkages between the various countries in Africa and this state, especially the culture exchange.

George C Mkondiwa, High Commissioner of Malawi, informed that the diplomatic delegation is likely to meet the state Government. Judith K K Kan’goma Kapijimpanga, Zambia High Commissioner,  expressed her excitement of visiting Shillong. Even she advocated the need for having exchange programmes in culture and tourism.

Meanwhile, talking to media, Flybig CMD Sanjay Mandavia said this will help to boost up tourism in Meghalaya.