Ndayishimiye said African countries are seeking to diversify their international partnerships and strengthen their sovereignty, with Russia playing a role in accelerating economic development and regional integration.
Russia and African countries have agreed to deepen economic cooperation, strengthen political coordination, and push for reforms of global institutions, according to a joint press statement by Russian President Vladimir Putin and African Union chair Evariste Ndayishimiye.
The agreement was announced at the conclusion of the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, which brought together senior delegations from 48 African countries, including 21 led by heads of state. The summit resulted in the adoption of three documents, outlining the framework for cooperation between Russia and Africa.
Ndayishimiye said African countries are seeking to diversify their international partnerships and strengthen their sovereignty, with Russia playing a role in accelerating economic development and regional integration. He called for greater Russian investment to help African countries create added value locally, and stressed that African youth expected tangible results.
The Russia-Africa Partnership Forum Action Plan for 2027–2029 outlines priorities, financing mechanisms, implementation schedules, and areas of responsibility, with set dates for expected results. The plan aims to strengthen cooperation in areas such as trade, energy, and digital solutions, and to promote regional integration and economic development in Africa.
The summit's outcome is significant, as it marks a deepening of economic cooperation between Russia and Africa, and a push for reforms of global institutions. The agreement has implications for the global economy, as well as for the geopolitical landscape, and will likely be watched closely by other major powers.
