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WorldPutin seeks to expand ties with African countries at Russia-Africa summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted dozens of African leaders on Wednesday at a Russia-Africa summit, as Moscow sought to strengthen its influence across the continent. The gathering signals a renewed push to build ties with Africa, whose nearly 1.6 billion people are becoming more assertive globally.

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Putin seeks to expand ties with African countries at Russia-Africa summit
Putin seeks to expand ties with African countries at Russia-Africa summitWorld