Mnangagwa Attends Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow

President Emmerson Mnangagwa arrived in Moscow on Monday for the Russia-Africa Summit, where he was received by Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko and Zimbabwe’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Amon Murwira. The summit aims to deepen cooperation between Russia and African nations, with discussions centered on trade, investment, food security, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and energy cooperation, including nuclear energy.

As Chairperson of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), Mnangagwa's role is expected to emphasize regional trade and economic integration. This third edition of the summit reflects ongoing efforts by Moscow and African governments to expand partnerships in strategic sectors and boost trade and investment flows.

Additionally, Mnangagwa is anticipated to hold bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on mutual interests and engage with the Zimbabwean community in Russia.