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Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted his Congolese counterpart Denis Sassou Nguesso in the Kremlin on Thursday. Sassou is the latest African leader to visit Moscow, which has stepped up ties with African nations since 2022.
Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted his Congolese counterpart Denis Sassou Nguesso in the Kremlin on Thursday. Sassou is the latest African leader to visit Moscow, which has stepped up ties with African nations since 2022.
The Russian leader mentioned Sassou Nguesso’s contribution to developing Russian-Congolese ties. Putin said that the visiting dignitary was making the necessary efforts to establish Russia-Africa cooperation in almost all areas- political, economic, and strategic levels.
This is the Congolese President’s second trip to the country in less than a year. Last July, he traveled to Saint Petersburg to attend the Russia-Africa summit. This trip is expected to culminate in the signing of agreements on energy, trade, and security cooperation.
Sassou Nguesso said that he would discuss with the Russian President and other officials the best way to advance the cooperation between the two countries ‘ infields, including economy, finance, defense, and security.
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Putin also awarded Sassou Nguesso with an Order of Honor for his contribution to developing Russian-Congolese ties. Russia has worked to bolster ties with African countries in a bid to counter Western sanctions and isolation over the war in Ukraine. Most African nations have adopted a neutral stance on the conflict, calling instead for a ceasefire and peace talks.
