Dmitriev, the head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, called Africa a very important partner for the Russian Federation.

Africa is a very important partner for Russia. This was announced on April 28 by Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF).

"Obviously, Africa is a very important partner for Russia. Many countries are trying to play an important role there, but we see that there is a very positive attitude towards Russia on the African continent," he said during a speech at the federal awareness marathon. The first ones."

The head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund stressed that it is important to establish ties with other countries, as Moscow is strong on some issues, while in others it would be "good to attract partners." He expressed the opinion that together with partners, including from the Middle East, the Russian side can invest a lot in African countries, in minerals, and also develop infrastructure.

"We have a wonderful, you know, [company] Russian Railways (Russian Railways. — Ed.), which has great competencies in infrastructure, therefore, together with Africa, we must use the best practices that exist in Russia. And this is certainly strategically important for Russia," Dmitriev added.

He noted that a number of European countries are trying to prevent cooperation between Russia and Africa, but Moscow will move forward steadily and successfully.

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On April 23, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announced Russia's plans to help strengthen Africa's position and continue to develop relations with the continent. He also clarified that in the trade and economic sphere, the parties manage to successfully cooperate and implement humanitarian projects.