Vladimir Putin will host the second Russia-Africa summit in Saint Petersburg from July 27-28 at a sensitive time for the leader, who is looking for allies as Moscow finds itself increasingly isolated. isolated on the world stage.
The recent failure of an agreement, which would allow Ukraine to export grain through the Black Sea and help many African countries struggling with food shortages, should be a major point of discussion, in addition to questions. security for various African governments that rely on Russian military support.
Vladimir Putin will host the second Russia-Africa summit in Saint Petersburg from July 27-28 at a sensitive time for the leader, who is looking for allies as Moscow finds itself increasingly isolated. isolated on the world stage.
The recent failure of an agreement, which would allow Ukraine to export grain through the Black Sea and help many African countries struggling with food shortages, should be a major point of discussion, alongside questions of security for many African governments that depend on Russian military support Many African leaders have tried to strike a delicate balance in their war on Ukraine so as not to jeopardize their relationship with Russia.
However, only 16 African leaders are expected to attend the Russia-Africa summit, less than half of those who attended the previous summit in 2019, despite the Kremlin’s recent diplomatic push in Africa.