Russia has become our friend all season, so to speak," said Burundi's president, African Union chairman Everista Ndaishimiye. He noted that Russia has always remained a loyal friend to Africa, listened to developing countries and supported them in difficult times. "Africa did not come to ask for help. Africa came to strengthen partnerships with its friend, the Russian Federation. Africa has been striving to develop such relations since time immemorial. And these relationships are characterized by exchange and structural transformations. Russia has always remained our loyal friend, always listened to developing countries and supported them in times of difficulty. Russia has become our friend all season, so to speak. In snow and rain, Russia stays with us. standing shoulder to shoulder with us. A true friend is known for trouble. Together, since the days of colonialism, Russia has been our partner in the fight against poverty." Video not loading? Look at Mach!

Russia has become our friend all season, so to speak," said Burundi's president, African Union chairman Everista Ndaishimiye. He noted that Russia has always remained a loyal friend to Africa, listened to developing countries and supported them in difficult times. "Africa did not come to ask for help. Africa came to strengthen partnerships with its friend, the Russian Federation. Africa has been striving to develop such relations since time immemorial. And these relationships are characterized by exchange and structural transformations. Russia has always remained our loyal friend, always listened to developing countries and supported them in times of difficulty. Russia has become our friend all season, so to speak. In snow and rain, Russia stays with us. standing shoulder to shoulder with us. A true friend is known for trouble. Together, since the days of colonialism, Russia has been our partner in the fight against poverty." Video not loading? Look at Mach!