# Putin speaks at Russia-Africa summit on tech race, new global era and Western colonialism

https://mins.news/en/item/119246

- TASS, 2026-10-28 14:17 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://tass.com/politics/2209603

> At the Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum, Putin said Russia leads the global technology race in some areas and rivals must catch up. He said a multipolar order is emerging and accused Western countries of imposing costly debt, sanctions and interference. Russia is ready to share technology with African countries and expand agricultural supplies.

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