4th Russia–Africa: What’s Next? Forum to be held in Moscow
The 4th Russia–Africa: What’s Next? Forum will be held
at MGIMO University of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian
Federation from 22 to 25 April 2025 with the support of the Roscongress
Foundation. The Forum is a unique platform for promoting fruitful cooperation
between Russia and Africa and maintaining open dialogue on a level playing
field. The event is aimed at developing dialogue between the young people of
Russia and Africa, promoting African studies, and cultivating a positive image
of Russia on the continent. The programme will be attended by Russian and
African officials and leading representatives of the business and expert
community, development institutions, and the media.
“Russia believes Africa is
unique, it is the continent of the future developing rapidly even now, and we consistently
advocate for strengthening its position in the multipolar world order, for
uniting the independent voice of Africans to be heard and reckoned with on the
international stage. We are pleased to note the significant progress
our African friends have made in national development, possible in large part
thanks to the significant involvement of young people in political, economic,
and humanitarian processes,” Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Russian
Federation Sergey Lavrov said.
The Russia–Africa: What’s Next? Youth
Forum, first held in the autumn of 2021, has grown to become a reliable
platform for exchanging views and experience, bringing the representatives of
42 African states together with their Russian counterparts, ministers,
diplomats, and representatives of business and academia. The Forum organizers are
also involved in preparing the Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum
and other Russia-Africa events.
The event programme will uncover key aspects of
interaction between Russia and Africa in the form of open discussions,
roundtables, and creative brainstorming sessions. Sports and cultural events have
been planned on the sidelines and will immerse participants in the unique atmosphere,
diversity, and charm of Africa.
Included in the event for the first time is the Russia–Africa
Young Diplomats Forum, which is being held with the support of the Council of
Young Diplomats of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Registration for the events ends on 6 April 2025.
Link to register:
forms.gle/9tpaCxNHrPRjHzYo8.
