# IN BRIEF: Putin praises Russia-Africa summit, outlines cooperation prospects

https://mins.news/en/item/121524

- TASS, 2026-10-29 21:31 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://tass.com/politics/2210585

> Vladimir Putin said the third Russia-Africa Summit was successful and would give a strong boost to ties. He cited substantial scope for expanding cooperation and welcomed Africa’s ambition to play a larger role in international decision-making. Participants adopted a 2027–2029 action plan and the Moscow Declaration, and agreed to continue holding summits regularly.

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