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'Natural Surge' of Anti-Western Sentiments Seen Among African Youth, Russian Diplomat Says
'Natural Surge' of Anti-Western Sentiments Seen Among African Youth, Russian Diplomat Says
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Anti-Western sentiments, as well as a profound rejection of the policy of domination practiced by the West, are actively spreading among African youth, said Vsevolod Tkachenko
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Anti-Western sentiments, as well as a profound rejection of the policy of domination practiced by the West, are actively spreading among the African youth, said Vsevolod Tkachenko, Director of the African Department of the Russian Foreign Ministry, during a roundtable at the Federation Council.The meeting’s discussions were dedicated to the topic of "Information Confrontation in the Context of Growing Geopolitical Tensions with the West. Results and Conclusions."The diplomat underlined that in light of the deteriorating relations between Africa and the West, Moscow should use this opportunity to strengthen ties with the countries of the continent. He highlighted that the growing dissatisfaction with the West's approaches to international relations is, in particular, being exhibited on social media, where Africa’s younger generation is venting its genuine frustration. According to Tkachenko, this section of society greatly sways African elites.Tkachenko stressed that it is hard to say that today’s Africa has any vestiges of direct dependence on Europe, but at the same time, the attitude of the West towards the continent is still rather dismissive. This attitude, along with the fact that these countries are still subjected "to persistent pillaging," raises the ire of Africans.Moscow, according to the diplomat, should take advantage of this situation and bolster its friendly ties with the continent. He noted that Russia cooperates with other nations on the basis of equality and respect, underscoring that "this is worth a lot."Tkachenko said that out of 54 African states, at least half have clearly expressed sympathy for the Russian Federation and demonstrated an understanding of what is happening in the world. The rest, he explained, are "latent sympathizers, who are forced to adapt" due to their financial, economic and political dependence on Western countries. However, they are also ready to support Russia, in case the country "succeeds on the international stage."
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'Natural Surge' of Anti-Western Sentiments Seen Among African Youth, Russian Diplomat Says
17:46 13.04.2023 (Updated: 09:03 14.04.2023) In recent years, some regions of Africa have been swept by a wave of anti-Western feelings, and in particular anti-French protests, with many people accusing Western countries of pursuing their own interests in cooperation with African states, and voicing support for strengthening ties with Russia.
Anti-Western sentiments, as well as a profound rejection of the policy of domination practiced by the West, are actively spreading among the African youth, said Vsevolod Tkachenko, Director of the African Department of the Russian Foreign Ministry, during a roundtable at the Federation Council.
The meeting’s discussions were dedicated to the topic of "Information Confrontation in the Context of Growing Geopolitical Tensions with the West. Results and Conclusions."
The diplomat underlined that in light of the deteriorating relations between Africa and the West, Moscow should use this opportunity to strengthen ties with the countries of the continent. He highlighted that the growing dissatisfaction with the West's approaches to international relations is, in particular, being exhibited on social media, where Africa’s younger generation is venting its genuine frustration. According to Tkachenko, this section of society greatly sways African elites.
"An audience that is rapidly growing and gaining clout is Africa’s youth and the African street. I would say, the virtual street. These youths are becoming network-oriented. Here we see a natural surge of anti-Western sentiment, which is quite serious, and associated with the West’s disregard, demonstrating no sense of decency in international affairs," he explained.
Tkachenko stressed that it is hard to say that today’s Africa has any vestiges of direct dependence on Europe, but at the same time, the attitude of the West towards the continent is still rather dismissive. This attitude, along with the fact that these countries are still subjected "to persistent pillaging," raises the ire of Africans.
"The point is that the West continues to plunder the continent, while African people continue to be treated without respect. Africa is very sensitive to these things," the director of the Africa Department emphasized.
Moscow, according to the diplomat, should take advantage of this situation and bolster its friendly ties with the continent. He noted that Russia cooperates with other nations on the basis of equality and respect, underscoring that "this is worth a lot."
Tkachenko said that out of 54 African states, at least half have clearly expressed sympathy for the Russian Federation and demonstrated an understanding of what is happening in the world. The rest, he explained, are "latent sympathizers, who are forced to adapt" due to their financial, economic and political dependence on Western countries. However, they are also ready to support Russia, in case the country "succeeds on the international stage."
