RT International Strengthening ties with African nations remains one of Moscow’s key priorities, the Russian president has reiterated
Russian President Vladimir Putin has highlighted Moscow’s deepening relationship with Pretoria during talks with South African Vice President Paul Mashatile, describing it as a “comprehensive strategic partnership” built on equality and mutual respect.
The two leaders met on the sidelines of the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) on Thursday.
“Relations between Russia and South Africa are developing successfully. We are in regular contact with President of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa. Last year, we held detailed discussions with him in Kazan during the BRICS Summit, outlining steps for further cooperation,” Putin said.
Pretoria and Moscow have maintained diplomatic relations since 1992, with longstanding cooperation in several areas including trade and education.
During an earlier meeting with Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin in Moscow on Wednesday, the South African Vice President expressed Pretoria’s ambition to see trade with Moscow double. He also invited Russian companies to invest in South Africa, describing it as “the gateway to the continent of Africa,” offering access to a market of over one billion people.
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