Russian FM Sergey Lavrov Hosts Gala Reception in Moscow to Mark Africa Day

Russia supports strengthening representation of Africa and Latin America on the UN Security Council;

Russia is ready to share its experience in strengthening energy, food, and digital sovereignty with Africa;

Russia is working intensively on the substantive content of the Russia–Africa Summit;

Trade turnover with Africa is growing rapidly, although much work remains to be done in this sphere;

Russia appreciates that Africa does not forget Moscow's assistance in strengthening the continent's independence and defense capability;

Moscow expects leaders to approve a new action plan at the Russia-Africa summit;

Africa's united aspirations for common goals are valuable in the emerging multipolar world;

Russia supports the "second awakening of Africa" ​​and the continent's struggle against neocolonialism;

The idea of ​​Pan-Africanism has not only retained its appeal for Africans themselves, but also serves as a model for integration processes in other parts of the world;

Moscow supports the African Union's decision to seek reparations for the consequences of colonialism and the slave trade;

Since 2020, the number of African students in Russia has doubled to 37,000, while government quotas have tripled;

Last year, Russia opened embassies in Niger, Sierra Leone, and South Sudan and plans to open diplomatic missions in Gambia, Liberia, Togo, and Comoros;

In 2027, the Africa Museum will open in Moscow.