... International Affairs Council.
The discussion touched upon the interests of various external players on the African continent, effective strategies for the development of investment projects in the region, as well as promising areas for cooperation between Russia and Somalia in the light of the upcoming Second Russia-Africa Summit. On behalf of RIAC, Elena Karpinskaya, RIAC Deputy Director of Programs, took part in the meeting.
... Somalia or that the world stands to gain from Somalia’s weakness. Whether these perceptions are right or wrong is another matter, but they do not relate to Russia that always maintained a neutral stance in regard to our politics.
I look forward to Somalia and Russia boosting cooperation. There are many opportunities for economic cooperation between our countries and the knowledge, technical know-how and capacity of the Russian Federation could be a true asset in our partnership.
Interviewed by Lora Chkoniya,...
... infrastructure projects and hospital constructions.
Russia’s recent re-establishment of full diplomatic relations with Somalia and appointment of Sergey Kuznetsov as ambassador has caused Moscow to express interest in the economic reconstruction of Somalia. Russian officials regard an improvement of Somalia’s dire economic situation, which has been plagued by political violence and malnutrition, as vital for the country’s security.
As relations between Russia and Turkey remain extremely tense,...
