FULL: Putin Outlines Russia’s Trade, Security and Investment Plans for Africa | GBS News | AC1C

Russian President Vladimir Putin calls for deeper economic and strategic cooperation with African countries in an address opening the plenary session of the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow on October 29, 2026. Putin says trade between Russia and African countries exceeded $27 billion in 2025, up 1.5 times since the previous summit. He highlights grain and fertiliser supplies, trade settlements in national currencies, investment, energy, healthcare and education cooperation. Putin also calls for greater African representation in global decision-making, including at the United Nations Security Council. He says Russia is ready to work with African countries on economic development, food security and technology, while outlining Moscow’s approach to diplomatic and security cooperation across the continent. Vladimir Putin, Putin speech, Putin Russia Africa Summit, Russia Africa Summit 2026, third Russia Africa Summit, Putin Africa strategy, Russia Africa relations, Russia Africa trade, $27 billion trade, African leaders, African Union, Evariste Ndayishimiye, Moscow summit, Putin plenary address, Putin economic speech, Russia Africa economic cooperation, Russian grain exports, Russian fertiliser exports, food security Africa, Russia Africa investment, Russian rouble, trade in national currencies, Russia African markets #VladimirPutin #Putin #RussiaAfricaSummit #RussiaAfrica #AfricanLeaders #AfricanUnion #EvaristeNdayishimiye #Moscow #Russia #Africa #RussiaAfricaTrade #EconomicCooperation #FoodSecurity #GrainExports #GlobalPolitics #Diplomacy #AfricanDevelopment #InternationalRelations #WorldNews #DRMNews LIVE: Putin Chairs Day Two of Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow | GBS News | AC1C USN: ADOW9MJX4 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The world moves fast. We help you make sense of it. Welcome to Global Broadcasting Service (GBS News) — your trusted source for breaking international news, in-depth analysis, and the stories shaping our world. We deliver accurate, timely, and unbiased coverage of global events, helping you understand not just what's happening, but why it matters. From geopolitical developments and international diplomacy to business, technology, climate, and human stories, GBS News brings the world's biggest headlines into clear perspective. What you'll find on GBS News: 🌍 Breaking international news and live updates 📰 Global politics and geopolitical analysis 📈 Business, economy, and financial developments 🤝 International diplomacy and world affairs 💡 Technology, science, and innovation 🌱 Climate, environment, and sustainability 🎥 Press conferences, speeches, interviews, and special reports 👥 Human stories from around the world Our mission is to deliver journalism that is factual, balanced, and accessible—empowering audiences with the context they need to understand an ever-changing world. Subscribe to GBS News and stay informed with reliable global journalism, every day.