Russia-AU Joint Statement 'Strengthens Coordination Between Two Sides,' Kenyan Expert Says
Russia-AU Joint Statement 'Strengthens Coordination Between Two Sides,' Kenyan Expert Says
It "will improve policy continuity" and "enable the systematic monitoring of the 2027-2029 action plan," Edwin Nyamonyo Opamella, international relations lecturer at Uzima University, told Sputnik Africa.
Key Russian contributions to Africa-led initiatives, according to the expert:
🟠Military cooperation: training of African militaries, intelligence sharing, and provision of military equipment;
🟠Humanitarian assistance: support for African countries facing security challenges;
🟠Diplomatic backing: political support for Africa from a UN Security Council permanent member;
🟠Infrastructure development: investment in transport, energy sector, and modernization of agriculture;
🟠Industrial investment and technical assistance.
Watch the video to learn about what else the speaker has to say on Africa's challenges and what is needed to strengthen Russia-Africa cooperation.
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