Putin seeks to expand ties with African countries at Russia-Africa summit
Summary
Vladimir Putin hosted dozens of African leaders at a Russia-Africa summit in Moscow, calling for stronger ties and a bigger African role at the IMF and World Bank. Russia is seeking to expand its influence across the continent through trade, security and political partnerships.
Key Points
- Vladimir Putin hosted dozens of African leaders at a Russia-Africa summit in Moscow as Russia seeks to deepen its influence in Africa.
- Putin said the era of Western domination is ending and called for a more multipolar world with African voices heard in global institutions.
- He urged stronger African representation at the IMF and World Bank and said Russia supplies grain and fertilizers to more than 40 African countries.
- The summit comes as Russia competes with the US, Europe and China for influence across Africa, including through military contractors.
