AfricaDevelopingDay 2
Russia Africa Summit
African leaders meet, Russia supplies agricultural products, enrolls students, and values Africa's economy.
Updated 11:33 UTC, 30 October 2026 · 71 reports from 6 outlets · 5 confirmed · 230 one-source
Top reportRussia-Africa Summit Day Two: Putin welcomes African delegations at Kremlin
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Where it stands African leaders meet, Russia supplies agricultural products, enrolls students, and values Africa's economy.
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New claim It is unlikely to succeed by 2030
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New claim Russia has never been a colonial power
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New claim Russia-Africa trade turnover is $27 bln
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New claim A Russia-Africa summit was held
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Where they part Russia foregrounds its grain exports, Middle East state media highlights trade imbalance.
Russian state media
TASSState mediaRTState mediaSputnikState media
Russian state media centres Putin's actions and words, foregrounding Russia's 'leading position in grain exports' and its supply of grain to Africa, using terms like 'long-term basis' to describe relations with the African Union.
Middle East state media
Al JazeeraState media
Middle East state media centres Putin's words, foregrounding Russia's actions and using terms like 'neo-colonialism' and 'dependence disguised as partnership', it highlights the trade imbalance between Russia and Africa, and Russia's agricultural exports to the continent.
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Russian state media
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Russian state media centres Putin's actions and words, foregrounding Russia's 'leading position in grain exports' and its supply of grain to Africa, using terms like 'long-term basis' to describe relations with the African Union.
European media
DWPublic broadcaster
European media centres Russia's actions and goals, using terms like 'what is Putin hoping to achieve', and highlights the importance of the European Union as 'the most important partner for African countries', while also providing data on Russia's trade with Africa, describing its share as 'very small'.
Middle East state media
Al JazeeraState media
Middle East state media centres Putin's words, foregrounding Russia's actions and using terms like 'neo-colonialism' and 'dependence disguised as partnership', it highlights the trade imbalance between Russia and Africa, and Russia's agricultural exports to the continent.
Asian media
South China Morning PostPrivate
Asian media, through the South China Morning Post, centres President Vladimir Putin's actions and words, foregrounding his accusations against the 'colonial' West and his efforts to expand Russian influence in Africa, using terms like 'colonial' to describe Western actions and highlighting Russia's supply of agricultural products and education opportunities for African students.
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I’m not hopeful about them apologizing. Africa needs a mutual partner
a priority area of our work
sustainable development cannot be achieved without guarantees of peace and security.
one of the main vectors of BRICS development in the coming decades.
Western countries have exploited Africa and now we need genuine, friendly partners, … drive development in Africa for Africa, not the other way around.
History is something that has already happened, and nothing can be improved here
Our countries are natural partners in the process of forming a new, more fair multipolar world
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Nearly 40,000 students from Africa are currently enrolled in Russian universities
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“According to him, nearly 40,000 students from Africa are currently enrolled in Russian universities, and more than 300,000 Africans have received degrees in Russia to date.”
TASSState mediaReportsInitiatives to deploy Russian digital services underway in Africa — Putin
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“a record number of Africans – around 40,000 – were currently studying at Russian universities.”
South China Morning PostPrivateReportsRussia’s Putin woos African leaders at summit, slams ‘colonial’ West
Putin: Africa is a key player in the global economy
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““Africa is increasingly asserting itself as one of the key players in the global economy and politics.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsPutin tells African leaders Moscow will not pursue ‘neo-colonialism’
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““Africa is increasingly asserting itself as one of the key players in the global economy and politics.”
South China Morning PostPrivateReportsRussia’s Putin woos African leaders at summit, slams ‘colonial’ West
Russia supplied 13 million metric tonnes of agricultural products to Africa
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“Putin also stated that Russia had exported 13 million tons of agricultural products to Africa in the first nine months of 2026 with more than 40 African countries receiving Russian grain and fertilizers”
RTState mediaReportsRussia-Africa summit: Putin’s key proposals on trade, technology and Western finance…
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“Russia had supplied 13 million metric tonnes of agricultural products to Africa in the first nine months of this year alone, he added.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsPutin tells African leaders Moscow will not pursue ‘neo-colonialism’
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“Moscow also stood ready to supply grain and fertiliser to more than the 40 African countries which currently received them, added Putin, saying Russia had supplied 13 million metric tonnes of agricultural products to Africa in the first nine months of this year alone.”
South China Morning PostPrivateReportsRussia’s Putin woos African leaders at summit, slams ‘colonial’ West
22 individual African leaders attended the summit
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“a two-day event attended by African leaders and government delegations from 48 countries, during which he will hold one-on-one talks with many of the 22 individual African leaders attending on everything from trade to security, arms deals and grain supplies.”
South China Morning PostPrivateReportsRussia’s Putin woos African leaders at summit, slams ‘colonial’ West
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“It is certainly satisfactory that the Moscow summit brought together 21 leaders of African nations, along with high-level delegations from most countries of the continent, and the heads of almost all leading African integration structures.”
TASSState mediaReportsIN BRIEF: Putin hails Russia-Africa Summit, outlines prospects for cooperation
Leaders and delegations from 48 African countries are meeting
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“A total of 48 African countries are participating in the gathering, with 22 represented at the highest level.”
RTState mediaReportsMoscow takes center stage for third Russia-Africa Summit
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“Putin told delegations from 48 African countries, including 22 represented by their heads of state, that Russia was prepared to expand the geographical reach of agricultural product shipments.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsPutin tells African leaders Moscow will not pursue ‘neo-colonialism’
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“Leaders and delegations from 48 African countries are meeting to discuss bilateral cooperation spanning politics, defence and technology.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit: What is on the agenda, and why does it matter?
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Russia prepared a roadmap for cooperation with Sudan
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“Russian President Vladimir Putin presented Chairman of Sudan’s Sovereign Council Abdel Fattah al-Burhan with a roadmap prepared by Russia identifying promising fields for cooperation and proposed choosing the projects most suitable for the country.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin presents Sudanese leader with Russia's roadmap setting out areas for cooperation
Putin proposed Sudan to select joint projects
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“I would like to hand it over to you and ask you to instruct your aides and members of the Sudanese government to study it carefully and select what you consider most interesting and appropriate for joint work,”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin presents Sudanese leader with Russia's roadmap setting out areas for cooperation
Putin handed over a roadmap to Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
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“I would like to hand it over to you and ask you to instruct your aides and members of the Sudanese government to study it carefully and select what you consider most interesting and appropriate for joint work,”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin presents Sudanese leader with Russia's roadmap setting out areas for cooperation
Moscow is ready to cooperate with Sudan in digital technology
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“The Russian leader stressed that Moscow was ready to cooperate in a wide range of modern sectors, including digital technology, healthcare, education, logistics and industry.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin presents Sudanese leader with Russia's roadmap setting out areas for cooperation
Putin presents Sudanese leader with Russia
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“MOSCOW, October 30. /TASS/. Russian President Vladimir Putin presented Chairman of Sudan’s Sovereign Council Abdel Fattah al-Burhan with a roadmap prepared by Russia identifying promising fields for cooperation and proposed choosing the projects most suitable for the country.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin presents Sudanese leader with Russia's roadmap setting out areas for cooperation
Sudan is an important partner for Russia in the Arab world and on the African continent
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“"Sudan is an important partner for Russia in the Arab world and on the African continent," the Russian leader concluded.”
TASSState mediaAttributesTrade, economic relations between Russia, Sudan developing — Putin
Moscow provides training for Sudanese professionals
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“Moreover, an intergovernmental commission operates between the two countries, and Moscow also provides training for Sudanese professionals, he added.”
TASSState mediaAttributesTrade, economic relations between Russia, Sudan developing — Putin
An intergovernmental commission operates between Russia and Sudan
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“Moreover, an intergovernmental commission operates between the two countries, and Moscow also provides training for Sudanese professionals, he added.”
TASSState mediaAttributesTrade, economic relations between Russia, Sudan developing — Putin
Sudan is among Russia’s top ten trading partners in Africa
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“Sudan is among Russia’s top ten trading partners in Africa, Putin said.”
TASSState mediaAttributesTrade, economic relations between Russia, Sudan developing — Putin
Trade volume grew by 25% between January and August
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“"[Trade volume] grew by another 25% between January and August, which is a very positive trend," he noted.”
TASSState mediaAttributesTrade, economic relations between Russia, Sudan developing — Putin
The volume of trade between Russia and Sudan more than doubled in 2025
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“"Bilateral cooperation is friendly and constructive in nature. And despite the challenges Sudan has faced, relations continue to develop, including in the trade and economic area," the Russian leader said, adding that the volume of trade between the two countries more than doubled in 2025.”
TASSState mediaAttributesTrade, economic relations between Russia, Sudan developing — Putin
Trade and economic relations between Russia and Sudan are developing
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“Trade and economic relations between Russia and Sudan are developing despite the political challenges facing the African nation, President Vladimir Putin said at a meeting with the Chairman of the Sovereignty Council of Sudan Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.”
TASSState mediaAttributesTrade, economic relations between Russia, Sudan developing — Putin
Putin held bilateral meetings with African leaders from Namibia, Egypt, Libya, Ethiopia and other African countries
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“During this Summit, Putin already held a number of bilateral meetings with African leaders, including from Namibia, Egypt, Libya, Ethiopia and other African countries”
TASSState mediaReportsRussian President Putin to hold over 10 bilateral meetings with African leaders
The Russia-Africa Summit was held in the capital of Russia on October 28 and 29
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“The meetings will take place following the Russia-Africa Summit, which was held in the capital of Russia on October 28 and 29”
TASSState mediaReportsRussian President Putin to hold over 10 bilateral meetings with African leaders
Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold more than 10 bilateral meetings with the leaders of African states
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“Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold more than 10 bilateral meetings with the leaders of African states”
TASSState mediaReportsRussian President Putin to hold over 10 bilateral meetings with African leaders
Russia and Kenya have regular parliamentary contacts
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“Moreover, Putin pointed out that the both countries uphold bilateral visits at the level of top diplomats, while contacts between the parliaments are regular.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Kenya share positions on global agenda’s key issues — Putin
70 scholarships are allocated for Kenyan students for the next year
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“"As far as I understand, they are very pleased studying in Russia, and 70 scholarships have been allocated for civilian specialties for the next year," Putin said”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Kenya share positions on global agenda’s key issues — Putin
Russia consistently advocated for a UN office in Kenya
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“Putin noted, recalling that Russia had consistently advocated for the establishment of a UN office in Kenya.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Kenya share positions on global agenda’s key issues — Putin
Nairobi is the world’s environmental capital
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“"Nairobi even boasts the unofficial status of the world’s environmental capital."”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Kenya share positions on global agenda’s key issues — Putin
A UN office is located in the capital of Kenya
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“"This is the only office of a universal organization located in a country of the Global South," he continued.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Kenya share positions on global agenda’s key issues — Putin
Russia and Kenya share a common position on a number of key international issues
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“Russia and Kenya share a common position on a number of key international issues, including strengthening the central role of the United Nations, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at his meeting with Kenyan President William Ruto in Moscow.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Kenya share positions on global agenda’s key issues — Putin
Mahamoud Ali Youssouf is the chairman of the African Union Commission
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“Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, the chairman of the African Union Commission, also attended the meeting.”
TASSState mediaReportsRelations between Russia and African Union develop on long-term basis — Putin
Evariste Ndayishimiye is the current chairman of the African Union
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“On Thursday, the Russian president held a meeting with President of Burundi Evariste Ndayishimiye, who is also the current chairman of the African Union.”
TASSState mediaReportsRelations between Russia and African Union develop on long-term basis — Putin
2027 will mark the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Russia and Burundi
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“The Russian president recalled that the year of 2027 will mark the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Russia and Burundi.”
TASSState mediaReportsRelations between Russia and African Union develop on long-term basis — Putin
Russia supported Burundi's drive to become a full-fledged G20 member
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“You know well that we have supported your drive to become a full-fledged G20 member.”
TASSState mediaReportsRelations between Russia and African Union develop on long-term basis — Putin
Bilateral ties between Russia and Burundi are developing in a positive direction
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“Russia is developing its relations with the African Union on a comprehensive and long-term basis, and bilateral ties between Russia and Burundi are developing in a positive direction, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.”
TASSState mediaReportsRelations between Russia and African Union develop on long-term basis — Putin
Russia is developing its relations with the African Union on a comprehensive and long-term basis
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“Russia is developing its relations with the African Union on a comprehensive and long-term basis, and bilateral ties between Russia and Burundi are developing in a positive direction, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.”
TASSState mediaReportsRelations between Russia and African Union develop on long-term basis — Putin
The Moscow Declaration reaffirms commitment to a fair and democratic multipolar world order
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“The results of productive work at the Russia-Africa Summit are reflected in the Moscow Declaration:"This comprehensive document, designed for the long haul, reaffirms the commitment of all our countries to establishing a fair and democratic multipolar world order based on generally recognized principles of international law and the United Nations Charter."”
TASSState mediaReportsIN BRIEF: Putin hails Russia-Africa Summit, outlines prospects for cooperation
Putin: "Africa needs development and asks for nothing, only makes proposals and offers cooperation options"
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“Africa needs development and, as my colleagues have said, asks for nothing, only makes proposals and offers cooperation options.”
TASSState mediaReportsIN BRIEF: Putin hails Russia-Africa Summit, outlines prospects for cooperation
African leaders expect Russia to contribute to food security
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“They expect our country to continue to make a feasible contribution to strengthening food security on the African continent and supplying consumer markets with essential food products.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia to continue supplying grain to Africa, Putin says
African leaders view agriculture as key for cooperation with Russia
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“Putin pointed out that discussions at the summit had confirmed that many African leaders viewed agriculture as the key area for cooperation with Russia.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia to continue supplying grain to Africa, Putin says
Russia will supply grain to Africa on a commercial basis and free of charge
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“"Russia will continue to act as a responsible supplier of grain to Africa; as before, we will continue to do that both on a commercial basis and free of charge," he said.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia to continue supplying grain to Africa, Putin says
Russia will continue to supply grain to Africa
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“Russia will continue to supply grain to Africa both on a commercial basis and free of charge, President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference following the Russia-Africa Summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia to continue supplying grain to Africa, Putin says
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“Russia will continue to supply grain to Africa,"we will do this as before, both contractually and free of charge."”
TASSState mediaReportsIN BRIEF: Putin hails Russia-Africa Summit, outlines prospects for cooperation
Russia was a major grain importer in the early 2000s
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“Not so long ago, in the early 2000s, Russia was an absolute buyer of grain and other agricultural products, but now, we are the world’s number one in terms of grain exports,”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin highlights Russia’ leading position in grain exports
Russia is the world’s largest grain exporter
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“Not so long ago, in the early 2000s, Russia was an absolute buyer of grain and other agricultural products, but now, we are the world’s number one in terms of grain exports,”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin highlights Russia’ leading position in grain exports
Russia is prepared but does not want any kind of war with Europe
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“"Many are only talking about preparing for war by 2030. Is that the right thing to do? We are prepared but we do not want any kind of war with Europe," he stressed.”
TASSState mediaAttributesWest fails to inflict strategic defeat on Russia — Putin
Many are only talking about preparing for war by 2030
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“"Many are only talking about preparing for war by 2030. Is that the right thing to do? We are prepared but we do not want any kind of war with Europe," he stressed.”
TASSState mediaAttributesWest fails to inflict strategic defeat on Russia — Putin
It is unlikely to succeed by 2030
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“The West failed to achieve its goal of inflicting a strategic defeat on Moscow and it is unlikely to succeed by 2030, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference following the Russia-Africa Summit.”
TASSState mediaAttributesWest fails to inflict strategic defeat on Russia — Putin
The West failed to achieve its goal of inflicting a strategic defeat on Moscow
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“The West failed to achieve its goal of inflicting a strategic defeat on Moscow and it is unlikely to succeed by 2030, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference following the Russia-Africa Summit.”
TASSState mediaAttributesWest fails to inflict strategic defeat on Russia — Putin
Putin supports Finland's approach to international maritime law
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“We support that approach.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia wants to avoid Hormuz scenario in Baltic Sea — Putin
Finland and many European countries uphold international maritime law
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“The discussions touched on Finland’s and many other European countries’ efforts to uphold international maritime law and their hope that all international actors would do the same.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia wants to avoid Hormuz scenario in Baltic Sea — Putin
Russia wants to avoid Hormuz scenario in Baltic Sea
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“Russia wants to avoid Hormuz scenario in Baltic Sea — Putin”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia wants to avoid Hormuz scenario in Baltic Sea — Putin
Putin: We can make attempts to ensure that nothing like what happened to humanity in previous decades or centuries happens again
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“"But knowing history, knowing the tragic pages of history, we can make attempts to ensure that nothing like what happened to the humanity in previous decades or centuries, nothing that the humanity experienced during some major conflicts, armed conflicts, so that none of this happens again.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia does all it can to keep humanity from repeating previous global tragedies — Putin
Putin: History is something that has already happened
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“"History is something that has already happened, and nothing can be improved here," the president noted.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia does all it can to keep humanity from repeating previous global tragedies — Putin
Russia is doing everything to prevent global tragedies
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“Russia remembers all the tragic pages of history well, including the lessons of both world wars, and is doing everything in its power to ensure that nothing like this happens to the humanity again, President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference after the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia does all it can to keep humanity from repeating previous global tragedies — Putin
Russia remembers all the tragic pages of history well
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“Russia remembers all the tragic pages of history well, including the lessons of both world wars, and is doing everything in its power to ensure that nothing like this happens to the humanity again, President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference after the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia does all it can to keep humanity from repeating previous global tragedies — Putin
Russia and African countries maintain close foreign political coordination
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“"We maintain close foreign political coordination and work proactively over bilateral and multilateral channels - in the United Nations and other international organizations," the head of state added.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Africa are natural allies in building new fair world — Putin
Our countries are natural partners in the process of forming a new, more fair multipolar world
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“"Our countries are natural partners in the process of forming a new, more fair multipolar world," Putin said.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Africa are natural allies in building new fair world — Putin
Russia and African countries are natural allies in forming a new and fair world order
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“Russia and African countries are natural allies in forming a new and fair world order, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference after the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Africa are natural allies in building new fair world — Putin
Almost all major international structures, including the United Nations, are subject to reform
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“"Of course, almost all major international structures, including the United Nations, are subject to reform due to the drastic changes in the world," he announced the Russian position.”
TASSState mediaReportsUN needs reform, but don't throw baby out with bathwater — Putin
The UN needs to be reformed, but not completely destroyed
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“The UN needs to be reformed, but not completely destroyed, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference after the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsUN needs reform, but don't throw baby out with bathwater — Putin
Putin said We do not want that. But we will respond to any challenge
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“"We do not want that. But we will respond to any challenge," he noted.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia ready to respond to any challenge in Baltic Sea — Putin
Russia does not want a situation similar to that in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf to develop in the Baltic Sea
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“Russia does not want a situation similar to that in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf to develop in the Baltic Sea, Putin added.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia ready to respond to any challenge in Baltic Sea — Putin
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“Moscow does not want a situation similar to that in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf to develop in the Baltic Sea, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference following the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia wants to avoid Hormuz scenario in Baltic Sea — Putin
Baltic security was discussed during Putin's talks with Stubb and Store
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“He said Baltic security had come up during telephone talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia ready to respond to any challenge in Baltic Sea — Putin
Putin had telephone talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store
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“He said Baltic security had come up during telephone talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia ready to respond to any challenge in Baltic Sea — Putin
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“He said Baltic security had come up during telephone talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia wants to avoid Hormuz scenario in Baltic Sea — Putin
Russia does not want tensions to rise in the Baltic Sea
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“MOSCOW, October 29. /TASS/. Moscow is ready to respond to any challenge in the Baltic Sea but does not want tensions to rise there, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference following the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia ready to respond to any challenge in Baltic Sea — Putin
Russia is ready to respond to any challenge in the Baltic Sea
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“MOSCOW, October 29. /TASS/. Moscow is ready to respond to any challenge in the Baltic Sea but does not want tensions to rise there, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference following the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia ready to respond to any challenge in Baltic Sea — Putin
Russia will provide every possible form of support to African nations
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“Russia, within the scope of its capabilities and through its traditional means, will provide every possible form of support,”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin certain about Africa’s ability to achieve success
Putin wished the leaders of the African nations success
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“He thanked the leaders of the African nations for their collaborative efforts and wished them success.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin certain about Africa’s ability to achieve success
Putin thanked the leaders of the African nations for their collaborative efforts
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“He thanked the leaders of the African nations for their collaborative efforts and wished them success.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin certain about Africa’s ability to achieve success
African nations will achieve success by drawing upon their cultural roots, determination, and industriousness
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“African nations will achieve success by drawing upon their cultural roots, determination, and industriousness, Russian President Vladimir Putin told a news conference following the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin certain about Africa’s ability to achieve success
It is unlikely the West will inflict a strategic defeat on Russia by 2030
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“The West has not achieved its goal of inflicting a strategic defeat on Russia, and it is unlikely that this will be possible by 2030, Putin said.”
TASSState mediaReportsIf it comes to war between Russia and Europe, 'there will be no winners' — Putin
The West has not achieved its goal of inflicting a strategic defeat on Russia
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“The West has not achieved its goal of inflicting a strategic defeat on Russia, and it is unlikely that this will be possible by 2030, Putin said.”
TASSState mediaReportsIf it comes to war between Russia and Europe, 'there will be no winners' — Putin
21 African leaders took part in the Moscow summit
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“It is certainly gratifying that 21 African leaders, high-ranking delegations from the overwhelming majority of countries on the continent, and heads of almost all leading African integration organizations took part in the Moscow summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin cites Russia-Africa summit motto 'For Peace, Security and Development'
Vladimir Putin said the motto of the third Russia-Africa summit was For Peace, Security and Development
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“The motto of this summit is ‘For Peace, Security and Development,’”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin cites Russia-Africa summit motto 'For Peace, Security and Development'
Russia did not consider African countries as objects for rivalry
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“Russia has never considered the countries of Africa as some kind of objects for rivalry,”
TASSState mediaReportsQuestion about rivalry has nothing to do with Russia, colonialism alien to it — Putin
African countries have always been friends to Russia
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“For Russia, the African countries have always, throughout history, been only friends.”
TASSState mediaReportsQuestion about rivalry has nothing to do with Russia, colonialism alien to it — Putin
Russia helped African countries to free themselves from colonial dependence
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“We were not engaged in colonial policy. On the contrary, we helped African countries to free themselves from colonial dependence.”
TASSState mediaReportsQuestion about rivalry has nothing to do with Russia, colonialism alien to it — Putin
Russia has never been a colonial power
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“Russia has never been a colonial power, this is why the question of the possible use of African territory for rivalry with anyone directed at Moscow is misplaced, President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference after the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsQuestion about rivalry has nothing to do with Russia, colonialism alien to it — Putin
The Russia-Africa partnership forum has an action plan for 2027-2028
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“The action plan of the Russia-Africa partnership forum for 2027-2028 contains such task in the economic sphere as building up mutual export and import exchanges and improvement of their structure, Putin added.”
TASSState mediaReportsCurrent level of Russia-Africa trade turnover is not limit — Putin
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“Russia and African countries adopted the 2027-2029 action plan for the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum:"The joint action plan through 2029 that we approved today contains an extensive list of specific goals aimed at developing Russia’s ties with the countries of the continent in the economic, trade, social and humanitarian spheres, as well as at implementing the decisions made at this summit."”
TASSState mediaReportsIN BRIEF: Putin hails Russia-Africa Summit, outlines prospects for cooperation
Putin spoke at the Russia-Africa summit press conference
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“President Vladimir Putin said at the press conference after the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsCurrent level of Russia-Africa trade turnover is not limit — Putin
Russia-Africa trade turnover can increase
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“We are confident the current level of the Russian-African trade turnover, and it stands at $27 bln, is far from being the limit.”
TASSState mediaReportsCurrent level of Russia-Africa trade turnover is not limit — Putin
Russia-Africa trade turnover is $27 bln
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“The current level of the trade turnover between Russia and Africa totaling $27 bln is not the limit, President Vladimir Putin said at the press conference after the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsCurrent level of Russia-Africa trade turnover is not limit — Putin
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“We are confident that the current level of the Russian-African trade turnover, which stands at $27 billion, is far from the limit.”
TASSState mediaReportsIN BRIEF: Putin hails Russia-Africa Summit, outlines prospects for cooperation
A Russia-Africa summit was held
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“following the Russia-Africa summit”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin notes specific nature of challenges facing African regions
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“MOSCOW, October 29. /TASS/. The West failed to achieve its goal of inflicting a strategic defeat on Moscow and it is unlikely to succeed by 2030, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference following the Russia-Africa Summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsWest fails to inflict strategic defeat on Russia — Putin
Putin said many regional threats in Africa require collective solutions
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“The challenges encountered by these regions and subregions are unique and specific; however, many regional threats are often universal in nature and require collective solutions,”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin notes specific nature of challenges facing African regions
Putin said challenges facing various regions of Africa are unique and specific
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“The challenges encountered by these regions and subregions are unique and specific; however, many regional threats are often universal in nature and require collective solutions,”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin notes specific nature of challenges facing African regions
The third Russia-Africa summit is taking place in Moscow now
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“The third Russia-Africa summit is taking place in Moscow now”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin talks about upcoming meetings with African leaders
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“The Russia-Africa summit is being held for the third time and, for the first time, in Moscow”
TASSState mediaReportsRussian President Putin to hold over 10 bilateral meetings with African leaders
Vladimir Putin will continue meetings with African leaders tonight and tomorrow
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“Conversations are planned with most of the African leaders who came to our summit,”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin talks about upcoming meetings with African leaders
Russia's assistance program to African countries will be extended until 2029
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“I will mention, in particular, the decision taken to extend the Russian program of assistance to African countries to combat infections until 2029.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia and Africa to hold exercises to counteract outbreaks of infections — Putin
Russia will transfer mobile laboratories to Africa
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“We will increase the supply of effective medicines, transfer mobile laboratories, and conduct joint exercises to respond to outbreaks of infections.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia and Africa to hold exercises to counteract outbreaks of infections — Putin
Russia will increase the supply of effective medicines to Africa
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“We will increase the supply of effective medicines, transfer mobile laboratories, and conduct joint exercises to respond to outbreaks of infections.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia and Africa to hold exercises to counteract outbreaks of infections — Putin
Russia and Africa will conduct joint exercises to combat outbreaks of infections
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“Moscow and African countries intend to deepen their health partnership and conduct joint exercises to combat outbreaks of infections, President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference after the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia and Africa to hold exercises to counteract outbreaks of infections — Putin
Putin said the venue and date for the next summit will be agreed upon in due time
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“The venue and date for the next such summit will be agreed upon in due time,”
TASSState mediaReportsDate, venue for next Russia-Africa summit to be agreed upon in due time — Putin
All the leaders were unanimous in their support for continuing these regular meetings
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“He noted that all the leaders were unanimous in their support for continuing these regular meetings.”
TASSState mediaReportsDate, venue for next Russia-Africa summit to be agreed upon in due time — Putin
The dates and venue for the next Russia-Africa summit will be agreed upon in due time
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“The dates and venue for the next - fourth - Russia-Africa summit will be agreed upon in due time, Russian President Vladimir Putin told a news conference following the third summit, which took place in Moscow over the past few days.”
TASSState mediaReportsDate, venue for next Russia-Africa summit to be agreed upon in due time — Putin
Russia-Africa summits to continue on regular basis
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“Russia-Africa summits to continue on regular basis, says Putin”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia-Africa summits to continue on regular basis, says Putin
Putin: Russia-Africa summits are a good tradition
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“Holding such large-scale events has become a good tradition; it clearly demonstrates the firm resolve of both Russia and the African nations to continue strengthening and expanding their multifaceted ties - in a spirit of genuine partnership and mutual respect - for the sake of universal growth and prosperity,”
TASSState mediaReportsSummits like Russia-Africa summit have become good tradition, Putin says
Burundi holds the chairmanship of the African Union
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“On behalf of the participants, Mr. Evariste Ndayishimiye - the President of the Republic of Burundi, which currently holds the chairmanship of the African Union - and I would like to offer an assessment of the work we have accomplished together and the decisions adopted today,”
TASSState mediaReportsSummits like Russia-Africa summit have become good tradition, Putin says
Evariste Ndayishimiye is the President of the Republic of Burundi
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“On behalf of the participants, Mr. Evariste Ndayishimiye - the President of the Republic of Burundi, which currently holds the chairmanship of the African Union - and I would like to offer an assessment of the work we have accomplished together and the decisions adopted today,”
TASSState mediaReportsSummits like Russia-Africa summit have become good tradition, Putin says
The third Russia-Africa summit concluded
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“At the beginning of his opening remarks, he noted that the third Russia-Africa summit had just concluded.”
TASSState mediaReportsSummits like Russia-Africa summit have become good tradition, Putin says
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“The Third Russias-Africa Summit was a success and will give a strong impetus to the development of ties between Moscow and the African continent, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference following the summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsIN BRIEF: Putin hails Russia-Africa Summit, outlines prospects for cooperation
Vladimir Putin hosts the Russia-Africa summit
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“Hosting large-scale events such as the Russia-Africa summit has become a good tradition: these gatherings reaffirm a commitment to further strengthening multifaceted ties in the spirit of genuine partnership, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated at a news conference following the summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsSummits like Russia-Africa summit have become good tradition, Putin says
Putin: "I would like to thank you for your support"
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“"I would like to thank you for your support for plans to develop our cooperation, Russia’s cooperation with African countries, our friends. This is very important. Your support is very important, and I am confident that all the plans we discussed yesterday and are discussing now will be implemented," the Russian leader said, thanking the Egyptian president for attending the summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin thanks Egyptian president for supporting Russia-Africa cooperation
el-Sisi helped establish the Russia-Africa forum
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“Putin noted that el-Sisi is one of the statesmen who helped establish the forum.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin thanks Egyptian president for supporting Russia-Africa cooperation
Vladimir Putin thanked Abdel Fattah el-Sisi
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“Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi for supporting plans to develop cooperation between Russia and Africa.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin thanks Egyptian president for supporting Russia-Africa cooperation
The Russia-Africa Summit is a huge success
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“We can confidently say that the event is a huge success and has attracted a lot of attention, not only in Africa and Russia, but also around the world,”
TASSState mediaAttributesRussia-Africa Summit big success — Kremlin aide
Russia-Africa Summit has attracted great attention globally
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“This week's Russia-Africa Summit taking place in Moscow has attracted great attention globally and been a really meaningful event, said Anton Kobyakov, presidential adviser and executive secretary of the organizing committee of the Summit of the heads of state and government of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum member countries.”
TASSState mediaAttributesRussia-Africa Summit big success — Kremlin aide
Ukrainian forces have mined the approaches to Alyoshki in the Kherson Region
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“Ukrainian forces have mined the approaches to Alyoshki in the Kherson Region, bringing the settlement closer to a humanitarian catastrophe:”
TASSState mediaReportsMission in Alyoshki and unacceptability of colonial practices: Putin’s statements
The ruble accounts for 85% of mutual settlements with African countries
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“All of this helps to shield our economic exchanges from external influence and makes them more resilient to fluctuations in the global economic and political landscape.”
TASSState mediaReportsMission in Alyoshki and unacceptability of colonial practices: Putin’s statements
The Russian business community rejects colonial methods and conducts business with African partners on respectful terms
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“Our business community always approaches cooperation with African partners with honesty, respect, and good faith, conducting business on equal terms.”
TASSState mediaReportsMission in Alyoshki and unacceptability of colonial practices: Putin’s statements
A humanitarian operation is currently underway in Alyoshki in the Kherson Region
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“A humanitarian operation is currently underway in Alyoshki in the Kherson Region to provide assistance to the civilian population:”
TASSState mediaReportsMission in Alyoshki and unacceptability of colonial practices: Putin’s statements
47 countries on the continent are eligible for tariff preferences, with 32 of them enjoying completely zeroed-out customs duties
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“The EAEU’s unified system of tariff preferences offers African exporters significant benefits when importing goods into the Eurasian market. Forty-seven countries on the continent are eligible for these benefits, with 32 of them enjoying completely zeroed-out customs duties.”
TASSState mediaReportsMission in Alyoshki and unacceptability of colonial practices: Putin’s statements
Russia's trade turnover with Africa has grown 1.5-fold since the previous summit, reaching $27 bln
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“The momentum is good, but the true potential of our collaboration is significantly greater, of course,”
TASSState mediaReportsMission in Alyoshki and unacceptability of colonial practices: Putin’s statements
Digitalization improves work quality in various industries
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“Putin emphasized that digitalization has applications across all sectors and can significantly improve the quality of work in various industries.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia ready to share election digitalization expertise with Africa — Putin
Digital technologies increase public confidence in election results
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“We have a strong track record of using digital technologies in elections. They greatly increase public confidence in election results.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia ready to share election digitalization expertise with Africa — Putin
Russia is ready to share its election digitalization expertise with Africa
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“Moscow is ready to share its expertise in digitalizing elections with African countries to help boost confidence in the electoral system, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a plenary session of the third Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia ready to share election digitalization expertise with Africa — Putin
There are serious threats of terrorism and extremism in the Sahel region
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“Earlier, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov noted that there are serious threats of terrorism and extremism in the Sahel region.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin says resolving conflict in Sahel states important for entire world
Stabilization in the Sahel countries is extremely important for the entire world
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“I think everyone agrees with what you pointed out: that stability in the Sahel region is extremely important not only for Africa but, perhaps, for the entire world,”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin says resolving conflict in Sahel states important for entire world
Russian business has growing interest in cooperation with Africa
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“The head of state also noted growing interest of Russian business in cooperation with African nations, Putin added.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia is among global leaders in energy sphere, Putin says
32 nuclear power units are under construction worldwide
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“"From 32 units of nuclear power plants under construction in third countries by all companies of the world, 28 units are being built by Russian company Rosatom," the Russian leader said.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia is among global leaders in energy sphere, Putin says
28 nuclear power units are being built by Rosatom
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“"From 32 units of nuclear power plants under construction in third countries by all companies of the world, 28 units are being built by Russian company Rosatom," the Russian leader said.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia is among global leaders in energy sphere, Putin says
Russia is among world leaders in nuclear power industry
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“"Certainly, Russia is among the world leaders in the energy sphere in general and in the nuclear power industry in particular," the head of state said, noting very good competences of the country in this sphere.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia is among global leaders in energy sphere, Putin says
Russia is among global leaders in energy sphere
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“Russia is one of global leaders in the energy sector in general and in the nuclear industry in particular, President Vladimir Putin said at the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia is among global leaders in energy sphere, Putin says
Russian companies are interested in relocating some of their production facilities to African countries
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“Russian companies are interested in relocating some of their production facilities to African countries, especially amid sanctions, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaAttributesRussian firms interested in relocating production facilities to African states — Putin
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“I won’t say anything unexpected, but this is entirely in Russia’s interests, especially in today’s environment, with numerous sanctions being applied to the Russian economy and Russian enterprises. Our companies are interested in relocating certain production facilities to African countries.”
TASSState mediaReportsMission in Alyoshki and unacceptability of colonial practices: Putin’s statements
Putin: Russian business approaches Africa with honesty and respect
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“Our business community always approaches cooperation with African partners with honesty, respect, and good faith, conducting business on equal terms,”
TASSState mediaReportsRussian business rejects colonial practices, honest with Africa — Putin
Many Russian companies implement investment projects in Africa
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“Many Russian companies have long been successfully implementing large-scale investment projects in Africa.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussian business rejects colonial practices, honest with Africa — Putin
Russian companies engage local subcontractors in Africa
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“Rather than siphoning off profits in the spirit of the colonial practices of former imperial powers, they invest what they earn in the development of your countries’ economies, eagerly share advanced technologies and expertise, and extensively engage local subcontractors, creating new production facilities and jobs,”
TASSState mediaReportsRussian business rejects colonial practices, honest with Africa — Putin
Russian companies share technologies with Africa
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“Rather than siphoning off profits in the spirit of the colonial practices of former imperial powers, they invest what they earn in the development of your countries’ economies, eagerly share advanced technologies and expertise, and extensively engage local subcontractors, creating new production facilities and jobs,”
TASSState mediaReportsRussian business rejects colonial practices, honest with Africa — Putin
Russian companies invest earnings in Africa
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“Rather than siphoning off profits in the spirit of the colonial practices of former imperial powers, they invest what they earn in the development of your countries’ economies, eagerly share advanced technologies and expertise, and extensively engage local subcontractors, creating new production facilities and jobs,”
TASSState mediaReportsRussian business rejects colonial practices, honest with Africa — Putin
Russian business community rejects colonial practices
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“The Russian business community rejects colonial practices and conducts business with African partners in a respectful manner, investing in their countries, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussian business rejects colonial practices, honest with Africa — Putin
Putin: Humanity currently has no other universal instrument at the disposal of the international community like the UN Security Council
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“Humanity currently has no other universal instrument at the disposal of the international community like the UN Security Council - or, indeed, the United Nations itself,”
TASSState mediaReportsWorld has no other universal instrument like UN Security Council — Putin
The issue of African representation must be approached with caution
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“this issue must be approached with caution”
TASSState mediaReportsWorld has no other universal instrument like UN Security Council — Putin
Five of the 10 non-permanent members are up for re-election each year
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“Five of the 10 non-permanent members are up for re-election each year.”
TASSState mediaReportsWorld has no other universal instrument like UN Security Council — Putin
The UN Security Council consists of 15 members
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“The UN Security Council consists of 15 members.”
TASSState mediaReportsWorld has no other universal instrument like UN Security Council — Putin
The United Nations Security Council is a universal instrument within the international community
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“The United Nations Security Council is a universal instrument within the international community; humanity has no other such tool at its disposal, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the plenary session of the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsWorld has no other universal instrument like UN Security Council — Putin
Putin: "Virtually all of us talk about generating value added within our own borders, creating jobs, and consequently securing revenues at every level of the tax system"
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“"Virtually all of us talk about generating value added within our own borders, creating jobs, and consequently securing revenues at every level of the tax system," he noted.”
TASSState mediaAttributesAfrica seeks to be manufacturing hub, same as rest of globe — Putin
Putin says Africa is not demanding something unique
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“"Therefore, to suggest that Africa is demanding something unique would be [incorrect]," Putin concluded.”
TASSState mediaAttributesAfrica seeks to be manufacturing hub, same as rest of globe — Putin
The Central African Republic's initiative must be supported
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“According to the Russian leader, the Central African Republic's (CAR) initiative to retain as much industrial production as possible within its own territory and to create jobs"must, without a doubt, be supported."”
TASSState mediaAttributesAfrica seeks to be manufacturing hub, same as rest of globe — Putin
Virtually all nations talk about generating value added within their own borders
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“"Virtually all of us talk about generating value added within our own borders, creating jobs, and consequently securing revenues at every level of the tax system," he noted.”
TASSState mediaAttributesAfrica seeks to be manufacturing hub, same as rest of globe — Putin
Africa wants to lay down a solid manufacturing base on the continent
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“Africa naturally wants to lay down a solid manufacturing base on the continent, as that would do wonders for its economy, Russian President Vladimir Putin noted during the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaAttributesAfrica seeks to be manufacturing hub, same as rest of globe — Putin
Humanity has no other universal instrument comparable to the UN Security Council or the United Nations
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“As of now, humanity has no other universal instrument at its disposal - within the international community - comparable to the UN Security Council or the United Nations itself,”
TASSState mediaReportsAfrica’s representation in international organizations must be ensured — Putin
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“Humanity currently has no other universal instrument at the disposal of the international community like the UN Security Council - or, indeed, the United Nations itself,”
TASSState mediaReportsWorld has no other universal instrument like UN Security Council — Putin
Africa's role will only continue to increase
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“Africa’s role will only continue to increase.”
TASSState mediaReportsAfrica’s representation in international organizations must be ensured — Putin
Africa's role and significance are growing
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“The world is changing, and Africa is changing; Africa’s role and significance are growing.”
TASSState mediaReportsAfrica’s representation in international organizations must be ensured — Putin
The absence of African delegates among the permanent members of the UN Security Council is unjust
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“He described the absence of African delegates among the permanent members of the UN Security Council as unjust.”
TASSState mediaReportsAfrica’s representation in international organizations must be ensured — Putin
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“He described the absence of African representatives among the permanent members of the UN Security Council as unfair.”
TASSState mediaReportsWorld has no other universal instrument like UN Security Council — Putin
Africa's representation in international organizations must be ensured
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“Representation for the countries of the African continent in international organizations must be ensured, Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated.”
TASSState mediaReportsAfrica’s representation in international organizations must be ensured — Putin
More than 300,000 Africans have received degrees in Russia
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“According to him, nearly 40,000 students from Africa are currently enrolled in Russian universities, and more than 300,000 Africans have received degrees in Russia to date.”
TASSState mediaReportsInitiatives to deploy Russian digital services underway in Africa — Putin
Russia supplies effective medicines to Africa
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“He noted that the Russian side supplies effective medicines and conducts joint exercises on responding to infectious disease outbreaks.”
TASSState mediaReportsInitiatives to deploy Russian digital services underway in Africa — Putin
A declaration on a Russia-Africa partnership in the use of artificial intelligence will be adopted
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“He added that a declaration on a Russia-Africa partnership in the use of artificial intelligence will be adopted at the conclusion of the summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsInitiatives to deploy Russian digital services underway in Africa — Putin
Initiatives to deploy advanced Russian services are being implemented in Africa
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“Initiatives to deploy advanced Russian services are being implemented in Africa, President Vladimir Putin announced at the first plenary session of the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsInitiatives to deploy Russian digital services underway in Africa — Putin
Russia exported 13 mln tonnes of grain to Africa in first 9 months of year
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“Russia has supplied 13 million tonnes of grain to African countries during the first nine months of this year, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced at the first plenary session of the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaAttributesRussia exported 13 mln tonnes of grain to Africa in first 9 months of year — Putin
The Russia-Africa summit had a plenary session
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“Speaking at the plenary session of the Russia-Africa summit, President of the Republic of Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso noted that his country had proposed to the UN that the coming decade be declared the decade of the green economy and forest expansion.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia possesses unique forest resources — Putin
Russia will support the initiative for the decade of the green economy
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“We will certainly support all of this,”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia possesses unique forest resources — Putin
The Republic of Congo proposed to the UN that the coming decade be declared the decade of the green economy and forest expansion
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“President of the Republic of Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso noted that his country had proposed to the UN that the coming decade be declared the decade of the green economy and forest expansion.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia possesses unique forest resources — Putin
Putin: "You have highlighted a very important aspect - namely, the question of ensuring security. Naturally, without resolving these problems, it is impossible to speak of any kind of economic or social development. It is self-evident. Of course, the UN Security Council must devote the necessary attention to this"
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“You have highlighted a very important aspect - namely, the question of ensuring security. Naturally, without resolving these problems, it is impossible to speak of any kind of economic or social development. It is self-evident. Of course, the UN Security Council must devote the necessary attention to this,”
TASSState mediaReportsSocio-economic development impossible without ensuring security, says Putin
Felix Tshisekedi addressed the issue of security
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“The topic arose following a speech by the President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Felix Tshisekedi, who addressed the issue of security.”
TASSState mediaReportsSocio-economic development impossible without ensuring security, says Putin
The UN Security Council must pay attention to security
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“It is impossible to discuss socio-economic development without ensuring security first thing, and the UN Security Council must pay attention to this, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated at the plenary session of the third Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsSocio-economic development impossible without ensuring security, says Putin
Vladimir Putin stated it is impossible to discuss socio-economic development without ensuring security first
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“It is impossible to discuss socio-economic development without ensuring security first thing, and the UN Security Council must pay attention to this, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated at the plenary session of the third Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsSocio-economic development impossible without ensuring security, says Putin
Russia and Africa have established mutual settlements in national currencies
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“The promotion of economic and investment partnerships between Russia and countries on the continent is directly facilitated by the reliable and seamless channels for mutual settlements in national currencies that we have established together.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Africa establish payment channels with 85% of transactions conducted in rubles
Russia and Africa establish payment channels with 85% of transactions in rubles
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“The share of the ruble in Russian-African commercial transactions has already reached as much as 85%,”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Africa establish payment channels with 85% of transactions conducted in rubles
Russia is working on possibilities for a peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine
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“Russia is working on possibilities for a peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin said during the plenary session of the third Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia exploring ways to achieve peaceful settlement of conflict in Ukraine — Putin
Russia is a member of the Eurasian Economic Union
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“I am referring, first and foremost, to the Eurasian Economic Union, of which Russia is a member, and the African Continental Free Trade Area.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin highlights trade preferences available to Africa with Russia, EAEU
Putin says the EAEU and African Continental Free Trade Area create opportunities for trade
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“The alignment of integration frameworks creates additional opportunities for increasing reciprocal flows of goods and capital,”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin highlights trade preferences available to Africa with Russia, EAEU
32 African countries have zeroed-out customs duties with the EAEU
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“Forty-seven countries on the continent are eligible for these benefits, with 32 of them enjoying completely zeroed-out customs duties,”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin highlights trade preferences available to Africa with Russia, EAEU
47 countries are eligible for the EAEU's tariff preferences
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“Forty-seven countries on the continent are eligible for these benefits, with 32 of them enjoying completely zeroed-out customs duties,”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin highlights trade preferences available to Africa with Russia, EAEU
African nations are entirely exempt from customs duties with Russia and the Eurasian Economic Union
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“African nations already enjoy certain advantages in trade with Russia and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), being entirely exempt from customs duties, Russian President Vladimir Putin noted during the Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsPutin highlights trade preferences available to Africa with Russia, EAEU
Russia advocates for fairer African representation in the UN Security Council
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“We advocate for fairer representation of Africans within the global decision-making system, including in the UN Security Council and international financial institutions,”
TASSState mediaReportsPositions of Russia, African nations on global policy issues close or aligned, says Putin
Russia advocates for equitable dialogue
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“We advocate for an equitable dialogue and for taking into account the interests of all states,”
TASSState mediaReportsPositions of Russia, African nations on global policy issues close or aligned, says Putin
Russia and African states have close or aligned positions on global politics
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“The positions of Russia and the countries of the African continent on the most pressing issues of global politics are, in many respects, close or aligned,”
TASSState mediaReportsPositions of Russia, African nations on global policy issues close or aligned, says Putin
Russia-Africa summits provide significant added value
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“Russia-Africa summits provide significant added value, as they give a powerful impetus to the development of mutually beneficial ties, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the plenary session of the third Russia-Africa summit.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia-Africa summits yields high added value, says Putin
Russia and Africa are united by strong bonds of friendship and close partnership
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“Russia and Africa are united by truly strong bonds of friendship and close partnership.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Africa are natural allies in creating multipolar world order, says Putin
Russia and Africa are natural allies in building a multipolar world system
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“Russia, Africa are natural allies in creating multipolar world order, says Putin”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia, Africa are natural allies in creating multipolar world order, says Putin
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“Russia and Africa are united by truly strong bonds of friendship and close partnership. We are natural allies in building a multipolar and truly democratic world order.”
TASSState mediaReportsMission in Alyoshki and unacceptability of colonial practices: Putin’s statements
African servicemen and law enforcement officers are being trained at Russian educational institutions
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“African servicemen and law enforcement officers are being trained at Russian educational institutions,”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia helps African countries ensure their security — Putin
Russia has intergovernmental agreements on military and military-technical cooperation with 45 African countries
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“Putin pointed out that Russia has intergovernmental agreements on military and military-technical cooperation with 45 African countries”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia helps African countries ensure their security — Putin
Russia contributes significantly to resolving current conflicts and preventing new ones on the African continent
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“As a permanent member of the UN Security Council, our country contributes significantly to resolving current conflicts and preventing new ones on the African continent.”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia helps African countries ensure their security — Putin
Russia helps African countries ensure their security
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“Russia helps African countries ensure their security — Putin”
TASSState mediaReportsRussia helps African countries ensure their security — Putin
Matlala: “Africa needs a mutual partner”
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““I’m not hopeful about them apologizing. Africa needs a mutual partner,” Matlala said.”
RTState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit Day Two: Putin welcomes African delegations at Kremlin
Abiy Ahmed urged nuclear cooperation as a priority area
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“Abiy urged both sides to make nuclear cooperation “a priority area of our work,” highlighting financing, specialist training and access to medical isotopes.”
RTState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit Day Two: Putin welcomes African delegations at Kremlin
Ndayishimiye: “sustainable development cannot be achieved without guarantees of peace and security”
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“Africa seeks cooperation with Russia on counterterrorism and conflict prevention, Ndayishimiye says during the Russia-Africa Summit’s plenary session at the Grand Kremlin Palace, noting that “sustainable development cannot be achieved without guarantees of peace and security.””
RTState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit Day Two: Putin welcomes African delegations at Kremlin
Russian mobile laboratories are operating in 11 African countries
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“Russian mobile laboratories are already operating in 11 African countries, Anna Popova, the head of Russian health watchdog Rospotrebnadzor, has said at the Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum.”
RTState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit Day Two: Putin welcomes African delegations at Kremlin
More than 3,500 people from 74 countries are participating in the Russia-Africa Summit
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“More than 3,500 people from 74 countries are participating in the Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, presidential adviser and organizing committee executive secretary Anton Kobyakov has reported.”
RTState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit Day Two: Putin welcomes African delegations at Kremlin
Ethiopia received 12 Russian Su-35 fighter jets
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“Earlier in the day, the prime minister announced delivery of Ethiopia’s first 12 Russian Su-35 fighter jets, with four S-400 air-defense batteries also due.”
RTState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit Day Two: Putin welcomes African delegations at Kremlin
Russia-Ethiopia trade exceeded $1.3 billion in January–September
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“Russia-Ethiopia trade exceeded $1.3 billion in January–September, “more than twice the figure for the whole of 2025,” Putin noted during talks with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Wednesday.”
RTState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit Day Two: Putin welcomes African delegations at Kremlin
Africa seeks cooperation with Russia on counterterrorism and conflict prevention
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“Africa seeks cooperation with Russia on counterterrorism and conflict prevention, Ndayishimiye says during the Russia-Africa Summit’s plenary session at the Grand Kremlin Palace, noting that “sustainable development cannot be achieved without guarantees of peace and security.””
RTState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit Day Two: Putin welcomes African delegations at Kremlin
President Putin and Burundi's President take part in the plenary session of the Russia–Africa Summit
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“President Putin and Burundi's President Take Part in the Plenary Session of the Russia–Africa Summit”
SputnikState mediaReportsPresident Putin and Burundi's President Take Part in the Plenary Session of the…
Russia is African continent's best partner
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“Putin: Russia is African continent’s best partner, not ‘colonial’ West”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsPutin: Russia is African continent’s best partner, not ‘colonial’ West
Putin: Russia's business expands local processing of raw materials
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““Our business does not engage in the predatory, neo-colonial exploitation of natural and human resources, but rather expands the processing of raw materials locally, thereby creating new jobs and generating tax revenue,” said Putin.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsPutin tells African leaders Moscow will not pursue ‘neo-colonialism’
The West tries to exploit Africa's resources
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“Putin said the West is still trying to exploit the continent’s resources and uses debt to hold back development.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsPutin tells African leaders Moscow will not pursue ‘neo-colonialism’
Russia does not engage in neo-colonial exploitation of Africa
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“President Vladimir Putin has told African leaders visiting Moscow that Russia does not engage in “neo-colonial exploitation” of the continent, unlike former colonial powers.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsPutin tells African leaders Moscow will not pursue ‘neo-colonialism’
Russian and Mozambican ministers signed a road cooperation memorandum
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“Russian and Mozambican ministers also signed a road cooperation memorandum and discussed a possible direct shipping route”
RTState mediaReportsRussia-Africa summit: Putin’s key proposals on trade, technology and Western finance…
More than 40 African countries received Russian grain and fertilizers
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“Putin also stated that Russia had exported 13 million tons of agricultural products to Africa in the first nine months of 2026 with more than 40 African countries receiving Russian grain and fertilizers”
RTState mediaReportsRussia-Africa summit: Putin’s key proposals on trade, technology and Western finance…
Russia’s Rosatom and Togo’s Energy Ministry signed a memorandum on nuclear energy cooperation
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“Russia’s Rosatom and Togo’s Energy Ministry signed a memorandum on nuclear energy cooperation”
RTState mediaReportsRussia-Africa summit: Putin’s key proposals on trade, technology and Western finance…
Russia is ready to assist Africa in fight against terrorism
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“Russia Ready to Assist Africa in Fight Against Terrorism - Putin”
SputnikState mediaReportsRussia Ready to Assist Africa in Fight Against Terrorism - Putin
Security guarantees will be discussed at upcoming talks in Abu Dhabi
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“Security Guarantees to Be Discussed at Upcoming Talks in Abu Dhabi - Kremlin”
SputnikState mediaReportsSecurity Guarantees to Be Discussed at Upcoming Talks in Abu Dhabi - Kremlin
The first Russia-Africa Summit was held in 2019
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“The event, first held in 2019, is part of a concerted push for Russian political, economic and military influence on a continent where paramilitary fighters from Russia’s Africa Corps remain active, as Russian state media and cultural institutions try to expand their footprint in Africa, and as Russian state companies try to expand their interests in everything from mining to power generation.”
South China Morning PostPrivateReportsRussia’s Putin woos African leaders at summit, slams ‘colonial’ West
The Russia-Africa Summit is a two-day event
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“a two-day event attended by African leaders and government delegations from 48 countries, during which he will hold one-on-one talks with many of the 22 individual African leaders attending on everything from trade to security, arms deals and grain supplies.”
South China Morning PostPrivateReportsRussia’s Putin woos African leaders at summit, slams ‘colonial’ West
48 countries attended the Russia-Africa Summit
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“a two-day event attended by African leaders and government delegations from 48 countries, during which he will hold one-on-one talks with many of the 22 individual African leaders attending on everything from trade to security, arms deals and grain supplies.”
South China Morning PostPrivateReportsRussia’s Putin woos African leaders at summit, slams ‘colonial’ West
Russia was their best partner
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“President Vladimir Putin told African leaders on Wednesday that Russia was their best partner, accusing what he cast as a colonial West of still trying to exploit the continent’s resources and using debt to hold back development.”
South China Morning PostPrivateReportsRussia’s Putin woos African leaders at summit, slams ‘colonial’ West
Russia and Africa adopt an action plan for 2027-2029
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“Russia, Africa to Adopt Action Plan for 2027-2029 Following Summit - Putin”
SputnikState mediaReportsRussia, Africa to Adopt Action Plan for 2027-2029 Following Summit - Putin
Russia is in contact with Elon Musk regarding space
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“Russia in Close Contact With US Regarding Space, Including With Elon Musk — Putin”
SputnikState mediaReportsRussia in Close Contact With US Regarding Space, Including With Elon Musk — Putin
Russia is in close contact with the US regarding space
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“Russia in Close Contact With US Regarding Space, Including With Elon Musk — Putin”
SputnikState mediaReportsRussia in Close Contact With US Regarding Space, Including With Elon Musk — Putin
Africa hopes Russia will contribute to continent's economy
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“Africa Hopes Russia Will Contribute to Continent's Economy — African Union Chair”
SputnikState mediaReportsAfrica Hopes Russia Will Contribute to Continent's Economy — African Union Chair
A final declaration and a Russia-Africa Partnership Forum plan should be adopted by the end of the Summit to cover 2027-2029
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“A final declaration and a Russia-Africa Partnership Forum plan should be adopted by the end of the Summit to cover 2027-2029.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit: What is on the agenda, and why does it matter?
Russian missions or troops are in at least nine countries
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“In 2023, Russian forces, mostly from the Wagner Group, operated in only a few African countries, but the ASA now counts Russian missions or troops in at least nine countries.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit: What is on the agenda, and why does it matter?
Russian forces operated in only a few African countries in 2023
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“In 2023, Russian forces, mostly from the Wagner Group, operated in only a few African countries, but the ASA now counts Russian missions or troops in at least nine countries.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit: What is on the agenda, and why does it matter?
Russia exported 200,000 tonnes of grain to Mali, Somalia, the Central African Republic, Burkina Faso, Eritrea and Zimbabwe
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“In 2023, Russia exported 200,000 tonnes of grain to Mali, Somalia, the Central African Republic, Burkina Faso, Eritrea and Zimbabwe.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit: What is on the agenda, and why does it matter?
Trade between African countries and Russia has exceeded $28bn
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“Trade between African countries and Russia has exceeded $28bn.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit: What is on the agenda, and why does it matter?
22 heads of state will participate
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“Representatives from 48 African countries will participate, as well as 22 heads of state, according to Kremlin presidential aide Yury Ushakov.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit: What is on the agenda, and why does it matter?
Russia-Africa Summit will run through October 28–29
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“The third instalment of the Russia-Africa Summit will run through October 28–29 and will be chaired by Russian President Vladimir Putin and the current African Union chair, Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summit: What is on the agenda, and why does it matter?
Putin spoke at the Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum
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“Putin said at the plenary session of the Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum”
SputnikState mediaReportsPutin Takes Center Stage at Russia–Africa Forum’s Headline Session
The era when the fate of entire continents was determined by a narrow bloc of states is passing away
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“The era when the fate of entire continents was determined by a narrow bloc of states is irrevocably passing away.”
SputnikState mediaReportsPutin Takes Center Stage at Russia–Africa Forum’s Headline Session
A more just world is coming to replace the current era
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“A more just world is coming to replace it, in which the voices of all countries participating in international communication should be heard,”
SputnikState mediaReportsPutin Takes Center Stage at Russia–Africa Forum’s Headline Session
Tariff wars and illegitimate sanctions are neocolonial instruments
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“Tariff Wars and Illegitimate Sanctions Are Neocolonial Instruments - Putin”
SputnikState mediaReportsPutin Takes Center Stage at Russia–Africa Forum’s Headline Session
Fidel Owusu says Russia sees Africa's diplomatic weight
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“I believe Russia sees the diplomatic weight of Africa,”
DWPublic broadcasterAttributesRussia in Africa: What is Putin hoping to achieve?
Russia supplies 15% of Africa's arms market
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“The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) estimates Moscow's share of the African market for the years 2021–2025 at 15%, which puts it in third place behind the United States (19%) and China (17%).”
DWPublic broadcasterReportsRussia in Africa: What is Putin hoping to achieve?
The EU's trade with Africa was $385 billion in 2025
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“The most important partner for African countries is the European Union. In 2025, the volume of trade with the EU came to around 385 billion US dollars.”
DWPublic broadcasterReportsRussia in Africa: What is Putin hoping to achieve?
Africa's share of Russia's foreign trade is 3.9%
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“Africa's share of Russia's foreign trade is therefore very small (3.9% in 2025), and not at all commensurate with the attention Moscow is devoting to its relations with African countries.”
DWPublic broadcasterReportsRussia in Africa: What is Putin hoping to achieve?
Russia's trade with Africa was $27 billion in 2025
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“According to the Russian customs service, around 39% of Russian–African trade in 2025 was with Egypt, and total sales between Russia and all 54 countries of the African continent came to around 27 billion US dollars.”
DWPublic broadcasterReportsRussia in Africa: What is Putin hoping to achieve?
Egypt is the second-largest economy in Africa
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“Egypt is the second-largest economy in Africa, and the bilateral volume of trade with Russia has more than doubled since 2021; in 2025, according to Russia's Federal Customs Service, it was $10.5 billion (€9.4 billion).”
DWPublic broadcasterReportsRussia in Africa: What is Putin hoping to achieve?
Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine sparked conflict with the West
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“The conflict with the West sparked by Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine prompted Russian President Vladimir Putin to seek support from other parts of the world.”
DWPublic broadcasterReportsRussia in Africa: What is Putin hoping to achieve?
Russia-Africa Forum participants were presented with samples of advanced Russian weapons
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“Russia-Africa Forum Participants Presented With Samples of Advanced Russian Weapons”
SputnikState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Forum Participants Presented With Samples of Advanced Russian Weapons
Africa Corps fighters killed nine people in Bombori
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“Human Rights Watch reported that on July 10, Africa Corps fighters killed nine people, including four children, and burned homes in Bombori, a village in central Mali’s Mopti region.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia is selling Africa dependence disguised as partnership
Russia’s Africa Corps carried out 49 air strikes from April to August
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“According to the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data project, Malian forces and Russia’s Africa Corps carried out 49 air strikes from April to August, killing 89 civilians.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia is selling Africa dependence disguised as partnership
Russian interests will have 90 percent of the joint venture in the Republic of Congo
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“In the Republic of Congo, a proposed petroleum-products pipeline between Pointe-Noire and Brazzaville would give Russian interests 90 percent of the joint venture and Congo’s state oil company 10 percent with a 25-year concession and guaranteed transport tariffs.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia is selling Africa dependence disguised as partnership
Rosatom is building four nuclear reactors at El Dabaa
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“Egypt offers clearer evidence of progress: Rosatom is building four nuclear reactors at El Dabaa, where more than 18,000 Egyptians are employed in their construction.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia is selling Africa dependence disguised as partnership
Russia shipped 10.2 million tonnes of wheat to Africa in 2026
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“In the first half of 2026 alone, Russia shipped 10.2 million tonnes of wheat to Africa, with Egypt its largest agricultural customer.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia is selling Africa dependence disguised as partnership
Russia exported $14bn in goods to Africa in 2026
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“The trade imbalance persisted into 2026 with Russia exporting $14bn in goods to Africa during the first eight months of the year while importing just $3.2bn.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia is selling Africa dependence disguised as partnership
Merchandise trade with Africa reached $27.1bn in 2025
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“The economic results have not matched Moscow’s promises. As the 2023-2026 plan nears its conclusion, Russia’s own trade statistics expose the shortfall: Merchandise trade with Africa reached just $27.1bn in 2025 against Putin’s $40bn target.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia is selling Africa dependence disguised as partnership
Russia will host the third Russia-Africa summit
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“This week, Moscow will host the third Russia-Africa summit, bringing together African leaders as President Vladimir Putin seeks to expand Russia’s economic, military and political reach across the continent.”
Al JazeeraState mediaReportsRussia is selling Africa dependence disguised as partnership
The New Development Bank was established in 2015 by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa
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“Established in 2015 by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, the New Development Bank finances infrastructure and sustainable development projects in emerging economies, including energy, transport, water, and digital infrastructure.”
RTState mediaReportsMoscow takes center stage for third Russia-Africa Summit
Sergey Ryabkov describes Africa as one of the main vectors of BRICS development
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“Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov describes Africa as “one of the main vectors of BRICS development in the coming decades.””
RTState mediaAttributesMoscow takes center stage for third Russia-Africa Summit
Raymond Matlala: Western countries have exploited Africa and now we need genuine, friendly partners
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““Western countries have exploited Africa and now we need genuine, friendly partners,” he said, calling for cooperation that would “drive development in Africa for Africa, not the other way around.””
RTState mediaAttributesMoscow takes center stage for third Russia-Africa Summit
Egypt and Algeria joined the New Development Bank
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“He also points to growing African membership in the New Development Bank, with Egypt and Algeria joining founding member South Africa.”
RTState mediaReportsMoscow takes center stage for third Russia-Africa Summit
National currencies now account for 93% of Russia-Africa payments
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“He identifies food security and energy as promising areas for cooperation and says national currencies now account for 93% of Russia-Africa payments.”
RTState mediaReportsMoscow takes center stage for third Russia-Africa Summit
Russia plans to establish intergovernmental commissions with three more African countries
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“Russia plans to establish intergovernmental commissions with three more African countries, adding to 22 already operating, Reshetnikov says at the forum.”
RTState mediaReportsMoscow takes center stage for third Russia-Africa Summit
22 African countries are represented at the highest level
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“A total of 48 African countries are participating in the gathering, with 22 represented at the highest level.”
RTState mediaReportsMoscow takes center stage for third Russia-Africa Summit
Norway and Finland have decided to talk
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“Norway, Finland Russia's Neighbors, Their Decision to Talk Very Important - Kremlin”
SputnikState mediaReportsNorway, Finland Russia's Neighbors, Their Decision to Talk Very Important - Kremlin
Norway and Finland are Russia's neighbors
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“Norway, Finland Russia's Neighbors, Their Decision to Talk Very Important - Kremlin”
SputnikState mediaReportsNorway, Finland Russia's Neighbors, Their Decision to Talk Very Important - Kremlin
Russia-Africa Summits lay foundation for Moscow's relations with African countries
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“Russia-Africa Summits Lay Foundation for Moscow's Relations With African Countries - Putin”
SputnikState mediaReportsRussia-Africa Summits Lay Foundation for Moscow's Relations With African Countries - Putin
Putin notes increased coordination between Russia and Qatar
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“Putin Notes Increased Coordination Between Russia, Qatar on International Stage”
SputnikState mediaReportsPutin Notes Increased Coordination Between Russia, Qatar on International Stage
Russia is fulfilling all its obligations under all joint projects with Iran
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“Russia Fulfilling All Its Obligations Under All Joint Projects With Iran – Putin”
SputnikState mediaReportsRussia Fulfilling All Its Obligations Under All Joint Projects With Iran – Putin
Putin tells Stubb, Stoere about possibility of Zelensky coming to Moscow
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“Putin Tells Stubb, Stoere About Possibility of Zelensky Coming to Moscow - Kremlin Aide”
SputnikState mediaReportsPutin Tells Stubb, Stoere About Possibility of Zelensky Coming to Moscow - Kremlin Aide
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“The discussions are becoming more concrete,” Maslov says, noting that the agenda has expanded beyond energy and mining to include finance, education, healthcare, and investment.AddedRussia has invested nearly $25 billion in the construction of Egypt’s El Dabaa nuclear power plant, Putin said.
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Africa seeks cooperation with Russia on counterterrorism and conflict prevention, Ndayishimiye says during the Russia-Africa Summit’s plenary session at the Grand Kremlin Palace, noting that “sustainable development cannot be achieved…Added“The discussions are becoming more concrete,” Maslov says, noting that the agenda has expanded beyond energy and mining to include finance, education, healthcare, and investment.
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- Russia in Close Contact With US Regarding Space, Including With Elon Musk — Putin
RT State media
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- Putin presents Sudanese leader with Russia's roadmap setting out areas for cooperation
- Trade, economic relations between Russia, Sudan developing — Putin
- Russian President Putin to hold over 10 bilateral meetings with African leaders
- Russia, Kenya share positions on global agenda’s key issues — Putin
- Relations between Russia and African Union develop on long-term basis — Putin
- IN BRIEF: Putin hails Russia-Africa Summit, outlines prospects for cooperation
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