Tunisia's Prime Minister, Sara Al-Zafrani Al-Zanzeri, is attending the Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum in Moscow, which kicked off on October 28, 2026. The forum is being held under the theme "Working together to develop mutually beneficial cooperation and enhance the capabilities of each African country." The event is being attended by 48 African countries, with 22 heads of state in attendance.
The forum was officially opened by Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Chair of the African Union, President of Burundi Evariste Ndayishimiye. The two-day event aims to explore ways to strengthen cooperation between Russia and African countries, and to develop economic and humanitarian partnerships. The Prime Minister of Tunisia is participating in the forum to promote Tunisia's interests and to explore new opportunities for cooperation with Russia and other African countries.
On the sidelines of the forum, Prime Minister Al-Zafrani Al-Zanzeri met with the Algerian Prime Minister, Aïmeur Ben Gourab, and several other heads of government from African countries. The meetings aimed to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and to explore new areas of partnership between Tunisia and these countries.
The Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum is a significant event that aims to promote cooperation between Russia and African countries. The forum provides a platform for African countries to engage with Russia and to explore new opportunities for economic and humanitarian cooperation. Tunisia's participation in the forum reflects the country's commitment to strengthening its relationships with other African countries and with Russia.
The forum is also an opportunity for Tunisia to promote its economic interests and to attract Russian investment. Tunisia has been working to strengthen its economic ties with Russia, and the forum provides a platform for Tunisian business leaders to engage with their Russian counterparts.
Prime Minister Al-Zafrani Al-Zanzeri's participation in the forum is also a reflection of Tunisia's commitment to playing an active role in African affairs. Tunisia has been a member of the African Union since 1962 and has played an active role in promoting African cooperation and integration.
The Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum is set to conclude on October 29, 2026. The outcome of the forum is expected to be a significant step towards strengthening cooperation between Russia and African countries, and towards promoting economic and humanitarian partnerships between the two regions.
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- Tunisia's Prime Minister Sara Al-Zafrani Al-Zanzeri attends the Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum in Moscow to strengthen cooperation between Russia and African countries.
