Niger Poised to Benefit From Russian Cooperation in Food, Military & Mineral Opportunities: Analyst
Niger Poised to Benefit From Russian Cooperation in Food, Military & Mineral Opportunities: Analyst
Commenting on Moscow's recent establishment of intergovernmental commissions with several countries including Niger, Nigerien analyst Issoufou Boubacar Kado told Sputnik that this cooperation presents a significant opportunity for Niger.
He emphasized Russia's strengthened ties with Africa, highlighting efforts to boost cooperation in trade, broader economic development, science, and technology.
Kado specifically highlighted Niger's potential for:
Food Security
"Niger will need grain from Russia. It produces a lot of fertilizer and even feeds Europe today."
With Russian Antonov cargo planes, capable of transporting tons of goods, trade will be facilitated.
Industrial and Military Development
"In the military field, Russia can help us create light weapons industries, as in Mali and Burkina Faso."
Mineral Wealth
"Russia exploits the same resources as us: gold, uranium, oil [...] With the right people in the right positions, Niger can benefit from them."
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