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Putin courts African leaders at summit, touts trade and multipolar world order

Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted a summit aimed at strengthening Moscow's ties with African nations, emphasizing shared interests in a multipolar world order and respect for international law. The discussions covered expanding trade, with Russia's trade volume with Africa reaching $27 billion last year, and highlighted Russia's role as a significant supplier of grain and fertilizers. African leaders, including those from Egypt and Kenya, called for greater representation in global governance, particularly within the United Nations Security Council, a sentiment Putin supported. AI

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