'Flexible' economic colonialism replaces an old form in Africa: the Ethiopian party official "the theme of freedom and liberation" should be understood "not in terms of the military form but also in its economic form", Bikila Horisa, head of politics and public relations of the Prosperity Party, told Sputnik Africa on the sidelines of the second African Political Parties Summit. The second summit to be held in Ethiopia reflects the country's "history of freedom and struggle against colonialism" as a "lesson for all African countries" and future generations, he noted. The United Russia Party and the Prosperity Party of Ethiopia have a strategic partnership with practical cooperation in politics, capacity building and leadership exchanges, the official said, referring to Russia-Ethiopia ties. "We have been active partners for the past two years," he added. Watch the video to learn more about the summit and its goals. Subscribe to Sputnik Africa | X.