Russia-Africa summit adopts 101-point declaration and plan to 2029
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Zambian Observer and Mali Actu
The Russia-Africa summit ended in Moscow with the adoption of a 101-point declaration and a partnership plan for 2027-2029, according to The Zambian Observer and Mali Actu. Burundian President Évariste Ndayishimiye said Africa sought partnership with Russia rather than aid; Mali Actu also highlights the focus on sovereignty, multilateralism and ongoing high-level dialogue.
The summit brought together delegations from 48 of Africa’s 54 countries, including about 21 to 22 heads of state or government, according to The Zambian Observer. The meeting was held in Moscow on 28 and 29 October.
The summit also resulted in a declaration on cooperation in the civilian applications of artificial intelligence technologies, reports The Zambian Observer.
Mali Actu says the declaration builds on the 2019 Sochi and 2023 St Petersburg summits. The outlet also reports a decision to establish a permanent high-level dialogue mechanism on combating terrorism and transnational crime, as well as food and information security.
