Alexey Zubats described the reasons for Africa's interest in partnering with Russia. The countries of the continent count on support on the political, economic and military levels. In addition, they intend to promote their interests with the help of the Russian Federation. The director of the Social Economy Research Center spoke about this on the "Moscow Speaks" radio station. Why is Africa interested in Russia? Because Russia is one of the main players on the world stage. You can further your interests through Russia. They need more crutches to lean on, and one of those crutches is Russia. The significance of such a summit is much more political than economic. Although there are economic and military issues related to security. It's also there, but it's secondary. Africa is [Russia-Africa summit - approx. GM] need more from Russia. Our country can live peacefully without Africa, and Africa can live peacefully without the Russian Federation, but they need tools to protect their interests. And Russia can be their lawyer in solving various international problems - that's what they need.

Alexey Zubats described the reasons for Africa's interest in partnering with Russia. The countries of the continent count on support on the political, economic and military levels. In addition, they intend to promote their interests with the help of the Russian Federation. The director of the Social Economy Research Center spoke about this on the "Moscow Speaks" radio station. Why is Africa interested in Russia? Because Russia is one of the main players on the world stage. You can further your interests through Russia. They need more crutches to lean on, and one of those crutches is Russia. The significance of such a summit is much more political than economic. Although there are economic and military issues related to security. It's also there, but it's secondary. Africa is [Russia-Africa summit - approx. GM] need more from Russia. Our country can live peacefully without Africa, and Africa can live peacefully without the Russian Federation, but they need tools to protect their interests. And Russia can be their lawyer in solving various international problems - that's what they need.