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Russian President Vladimir Putin held bilateral talks with his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa, on the sidelines of the BRICS summit of emerging economies. Ramaphosa praised the relationship, stating that Russia was a valued ally, who supported South Africa right from the beginning, from the days of the struggle against apartheid right through to now.
Putin hailed trade and economic relations between the two nations, adding that they can collaborate in areas including energy, agriculture, industry, and science.
Trade and economic relations between Russia and South Africa are generally at a good level. After a slight decline, trade turnover has begun to grow again, with growth amounting to three percent in January-August of this year,’ Putin said. He stressed the need for the two countries to work together to increase and diversify mutual trade and investment. Promising areas of cooperation include energy, industry, agriculture, science, and innovation, he added.
Ramaphosa also praised the relationship, stating that Russia as a valued ally, who supported South Africa right from the beginning, from the days of the struggle against apartheid right through to now.
More than 20 leaders are attending the summit, defying expectations that the war in Ukraine, Western sanctions, and an arrest warrant would isolate Vladimir Putin on the world stage. It will last until October 24th. The leaders of South Africa, India, and China are in Russia to attend the meeting.
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