Putin to Brics: Russia is 'reliable partner' for Africa on food, fuel supplies

24 August 2023 - 12:13 By Reuters
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Russia's President Vladimir Putin addresses the Brics summit in Sandton, Johannesburg.
Russia's President Vladimir Putin addresses the Brics summit in Sandton, Johannesburg.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin told the Brics summit in South Africa on Thursday that Moscow intends to deepen ties with African countries, and that it would remain a reliable partner for food and fuel supplies.

In a video link, Putin said Russia had more than 30 energy projects in African countries, adding that Russian fuel supplies would help African governments to contain price rises.

Reuters


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