Putin hosts African leaders in Kremlin, hails growing ties and calls for clean world in words Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted a reception for participants of the third Russia-Africa summit at the Kremlin's historic Interior Chamber, bringing together delegations from 48 African countries, 22 of which are represented at the highest level. Key statements from Putin's speech: The high-level participation reflects the strong commitment of African countries to expand mutually beneficial relations with Russia and Africa share a commitment to a fair and multipolar world order without external dictates Russia-Africa relations are built on long traditions of friendship, mutual aid, respect and trust, regardless of changes in world politics Russia seeks to help African countries deal with terrorism, epidemics and famine agreements reached at the third summit between Russia and Africa will establish a solid foundation for cooperation in the years to come. Putin concluded by offering a toast to African leaders and the future of cooperation between Russia and Africa.

Putin hosts African leaders in Kremlin, hails growing ties and calls for clean world in words Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted a reception for participants of the third Russia-Africa summit at the Kremlin's historic Interior Chamber, bringing together delegations from 48 African countries, 22 of which are represented at the highest level. Key statements from Putin's speech: The high-level participation reflects the strong commitment of African countries to expand mutually beneficial relations with Russia and Africa share a commitment to a fair and multipolar world order without external dictates Russia-Africa relations are built on long traditions of friendship, mutual aid, respect and trust, regardless of changes in world politics Russia seeks to help African countries deal with terrorism, epidemics and famine agreements reached at the third summit between Russia and Africa will establish a solid foundation for cooperation in the years to come. Putin concluded by offering a toast to African leaders and the future of cooperation between Russia and Africa.