An atmosphere of mutual understanding and constructive dialogue ahead of the third Russia-Africa summit in Moscow, the Deputy Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation Vasily Osmakov held a working meeting with the Minister of National Defense of the Republic of Congo Raymond-Zafiren Mbolo. During the talks, the parties discussed joint bilateral cooperation projects in the security field and other plans for their practical implementation. The commitment to developing a constructive dialogue and maintaining a high level of interdepartmental partnership was confirmed. The meeting took place in an atmosphere of mutual understanding and demonstrated the traditionally friendly nature of Russia-Congo relations. Russian Ministry of Defense.