# Putin says Russia-AU relations are developing on a long-term basis

https://mins.news/en/item/121596

- TASS, 2026-10-29 23:07 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://tass.com/economy/2210589

> Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia is developing comprehensive, long-term relations with the African Union and that ties with Burundi are moving in a positive direction. He made the remarks at a Moscow meeting with Burundi President and current AU chair Evariste Ndayishimiye, attended by AU Commission Chair Mahamoud Ali Youssouf.

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