This archive report was first published on 24 October 2019.
On October 24, 2019, the inaugural Russia-Africa Summit took place in Sochi, Russia, with peace, security, and trade at the forefront of discussions.
Co-chaired by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, the summit brought together world leaders to address pressing issues affecting emerging economies.
President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya emphasized the need for mutual trust and deepened ties between nations to achieve peace and security.
He noted that the summit marked a turning point in Russia-Africa relations, creating a new platform for cooperation between the two regions.
President Kenyatta also highlighted the importance of the private sector in driving economic growth, calling on Russia's private sector to invest in Africa.
President Putin pledged to continue supporting African nations in addressing their challenges, citing Russia's commitment to African solutions for African problems.
President el-Sisi thanked Russia for its unwavering support for Africa's peace and security efforts, describing the country as a 'true and sincere friend'.
