Close to 50 African leaders were expected to be in Russia’s Black Sea city of Sochi for the first ever Russia – Africa forum, the Kremlin announced weeks back. Russia, Egypt economic cooperationFree trade deal is good for AfricaPutin congratulates Ethiopia PMList of African leaders at summitFocus on Russia, Egypt economic cooperationThe Russian and Egyptian leaders reiterated their committed to develop ongoing projects in the North African country. ‘‘Last year, our trade turnover increased by 28.5 percent, reaching 1 billion dollars, but, of course, this is not enough,’‘ Putin told Ramaphosa. ‘‘Our trade turnover volume is too small and is not adequate for Russia or Ethiopia. List of African leaders at Russia Africa SummitOver a twenty African presidents, vice presidents, Prime Ministers, Ministers and other government representatives are currently in Sochi as the forum starts.

Source: Ethiopian News October 23, 2019 01:00 UTC