The diplomat noted that on the sidelines of the UN Food Summit in Rome, many interlocutors noted the importance of the event in Russia. “We are talking about food security, the need to help those in need, in the fight against hunger. What Russia is doing in relations with African countries is highly appreciated and has been noticed,” Vershinin stressed.
According to the deputy minister, the Russia-Africa summit will have a positive impact on Moscow’s relations with African countries. The event addressed a wide range of topics related not only to food. “African partners understand the essence of things and the need for such interaction with Russia,” Vershinin concluded.
The second Russia-Africa Economic Summit and Forum will be held on 27th and 28th July in St. Petersburg.
