Africa is spiritually close to Russia, as they value their sovereignty, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Dec. 4 at the VTB’s “Russia Calling!” Investment Forum in Moscow taking place Dec. 4-5. “Among other things, Africa is a rather outlying continent geographically, but is close to us in spirit, because Africa is home to courageous and freedom-loving countries that value their sovereignty and, based on it, make and, we are sure, will continue to make decisions in the best interests of their peoples and their countries. In this sense, Africa is our reliable partner,” the President said.
Further: “The African continent has bright growth prospects. Indeed, we—and you especially—are aware of all the problems that Africa faces, but the prospects are very good.
