Algeria's Prime Minister, Aïmene Benabderrahmane, is representing President Abdelmadjid Tebboune at the third Russia-Africa Summit and Economic and Humanitarian Forum, which kicked off in Moscow. The event brings together 48 countries, including 22 represented at the level of heads of state, as well as leaders of regional bodies and organizations, and businessmen from Russia and Africa. The summit aims to strengthen cooperation and partnership between Russia and African countries.
The summit, held under the theme "Together, we develop mutually beneficial cooperation and the potential of all African countries," is co-chaired by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Burundian President Évariste Ndayishimiye, the current chair of the African Union. Discussions will focus on developing Russian-African partnership, particularly in promoting trade, investment, and cooperation in strategic sectors. The two-day event will also examine opportunities for economic cooperation between Russia and African countries.
Key areas of cooperation to be discussed include trade, investment, industry, technology transfer, food security, energy, digitalization, healthcare, education, and scientific research. Special attention will be given to cooperation in the field of water security, as well as exploring ways to enhance cooperation in food and energy security, and digital transformation. These discussions aim to strengthen ties between Russia and Africa.
The summit also features a Russian-African media forum, which brings together officials from news agencies and media institutions from Africa to discuss prospects for media cooperation, combating disinformation, and promoting the presence of African media on the international stage. The challenges posed by digital transformation to the media sector will also be addressed.
In addition to the summit, an exhibition titled "Sustainable Development Platform" showcases Russian solutions in various economic sectors. The second day of the summit will see the holding of two plenary sessions, which are expected to conclude with a closing statement, a declaration on cooperation in artificial intelligence, and a Russia-Africa action plan for 2027-2029.
The Russia-Africa Summit and Economic and Humanitarian Forum reflect Algeria's commitment to strengthening cooperation and partnership with Russia and African countries. This participation is in line with Algeria's foreign policy objectives, aimed at promoting cooperation and coordination on economic and development issues of common interest.
The summit is expected to result in the signing of several economic agreements, as well as a plan of action to strengthen cooperation between Russia and Africa. This cooperation aims to promote economic growth, sustainable development, and peace and security in Africa.
Key points
- Algeria's Prime Minister represents President Tebboune at the Russia-Africa Summit.
- The summit aims to strengthen cooperation between Russia and African countries.
- The event features a Russian-African media forum and an exhibition on sustainable development.
