The participants of the section discussed the possibilities of overcoming the obstacles arising in the path of the development of Russia-Africa relations
On October 16, 2021, the Institute for African Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) held a special section “The African Vector of the Foreign Policy of the Russian Federation”. It was organized within the framework of ...
Africa should become a global project that could unite East and West, Atlantic liberals and Eurasian autocrats
As we learned back in the Soviet times, on 25 May, all progressive people celebrate Africa Day, also known as the African Freedom Day. It ...
... that the French navy take control of the Cabo Delgado coastal waters and the gas area to get the terror listing lifted quickly, and maintain control for some years to come. But it would be possible to carry out joint patrols with the Mozambican, South Africa and Indian navies.”
Expanding Hard Power Footprint
Dmitry Borisov:
The Dragon in Djibouti: the Shifting Tides of China’s Strategy
Putting two and two together, namely India’s existing patrols with France and South Africa in the Mozambique ...
The webinar was organized within the framework of RIAC project "Russian Strategy in Africa"
On April 8, 2021, RIAC hosted an international webinar "Sahel Region of Africa: Key Challenges and Effective Solutions". The webinar was organized within the framework of RIAC project "Russian Strategy in Africa".
Delegation ...
... Security.
The round table was devoted to the issues of agrarian development and agricultural policy, food and environmental security problems in the East. Besides, the participants discussed social inequality and green growth in the economies of Asian and African countries. The event also was devoted to the situation on the global food market in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Referent at the Russian International Affairs Council Ivan Bocharov took part in the round table. His report was devoted ...
RIAC and IISS of Peking University Report #66 / 2021
RIAC and IISS of Peking University Report #66 / 2021
The report attempts to compare Russia and China’s views on the current state of affairs in African and their prospects moving forward. Experts have tried to juxtapose the strategies pursued by the two countries and assess the opportunities for expanding Russia–China cooperation on the continent. The positions presented in this report reflect ...
... industry, China has a growing middle class and an ever-increasing demand for luxury goods. Compared to Russia, China does not have large diamond reserves. However, the country makes up for its lack of resources by gaining access to diamond reserves in Africa and producing affordable synthetic diamonds.
The Underdevelopment of China’s Diamond Industry
Andrey Kortunov:
“Seven Capital Vices” of China in Africa: How Capital Are They Really?
China’s diamond industry is underdeveloped due to lack ...
Within the framework of the conference, 118 speakers from six countries are scheduled to speak
From November 30, 2020, to December 25, 2020, at the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS), the XV Annual Conference of Arabists was held. Within the framework of the conference, 118 speakers from six countries are scheduled to speak.
During the plenary session, the Director of the Center for Arab and Islamic Studies of the Institute for Oriental Studies of the RAS, RIAC...
On November 5, 2020, Moscow hosted the second Russian-African Public Forum organized by the “Africa Business Initiative” Union and the World Alumni Association
On November 5, 2020, Moscow hosted the second Russian-African Public Forum organized by the “Africa Business Initiative” Union and the ...
... joint dialogue and mutual understanding. In conditions of high uncertainty, digital technologies could have a positive effect on more efficient work.
When it comes to reorienting the regional foreign policy of humanitarian diplomacy institutions, the African continent appears as a priority. The humanitarian policy includes the promotion of humanitarian values. Historically, Russia defends such humanitarian values as peace preservation and justice. Considering the current power transition among states ...