Putin congratulates heads of state and government on Africa Day

Addis Ababa, May 24, 2024 (FBC) – President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin has extended congratulations to heads of states and government on the occasion of Africa Day.

Africa Day is a symbol of the victory of the peoples of the African continent over colonialism, and of their aspirations for freedom, peace, and prosperity.

“African countries have achieved generally recognized success in the economic and social spheres, and are now playing an increasingly important role in addressing key issues of the international agenda. The African Union and a number of sub-regional structures are expanding constructive cooperation, developing mechanisms for collective response to local conflicts and crises, as well as consistently promoting integration processes,” said Putin in his congratulatory message.

“Russia attaches particular importance to strengthening friendly relations with its African partners. We share the aspiration to build a just multipolar world order based on true equality and the rule of international law free from any forms of discrimination, diktat or sanctions,” the President pointed out.

The second Russia-Africa Summit held in St. Petersburg last year created conditions for increasing productive and mutually beneficial cooperation in most diverse areas, according to President Putin.

“ I am confident that consistent implementation of the plans and agreements reached at this important multilateral meeting serves our mutual interests and further contributes to ensuring stability and security on the African continent,” Putin added.