Key statements by Russian President Vladimir Putin at the plenary session of the Russia-Africa summit: Botswana, Seychelles and Togo plan to open embassies in Moscow, with Russia supporting this Russia was and remains interested in African countries to protect their sovereignty and demonstrate their steady growth The share of the ruble in Russian-African commercial transactions reaches up to 85% Russian business in Africa is honest and respect, they invest in the countries and do not behave in a colonialist manner. Russian businesses operate in Africa in a socially responsible manner, taking care of the welfare of the workers and their families. Russia and Africa are natural allies in building a multipolar world order free from rhetoric. Africa will not only be able to feed itself but also become a major food exporter in the future.