In brief
On Thursday, the third Russia‑Africa Summit in Moscow concluded with a joint declaration calling for a more multipolar world, increased African representation in global governance and wider trade, energy and security cooperation. The document stresses national sovereignty, UN Charter respect, and calls for reforms to international institutions, including additional African seats on the UN Security Council. Russian state media reports that the summit was a success and will boost ties between Moscow and Africa.
On Thursday, the third Russia‑Africa Summit in Moscow ended with a declaration urging a more multipolar world order and expanded cooperation across trade, energy, security, and technology sectors. The summit, held on Oct. 28‑29, brought together 48 African delegations, including 22 heads of state, according to the Kremlin.
The declaration notes respect for national sovereignty, non‑interference, and the UN Charter. It calls for reforms to international institutions, including greater African representation on the UN Security Council, and opposes unilateral coercive measures.
The economic portion urges diversification of trade, reduction of barriers, and increased investment and industrialization, alongside a focus on energy – nuclear power, natural gas, agriculture, fertilizer supplies, critical‑mineral processing, and transport infrastructure.
A security agenda stresses joint action against terrorism, violent extremism, and maritime piracy, and proposes a permanent high‑level Russia‑Africa dialogue on counterterrorism, food security, and information security.
Other priorities highlighted include cooperation in artificial intelligence, digital technologies, science, education, healthcare, and cultural exchanges, as well as recognition of the lasting impacts of colonialism, efforts toward historical justice, and the return of cultural property.
TASS reported that the summit was a success and will give a strong impetus to the development of ties between Moscow and the African continent.
