Zimbabwe’s Foreign Minister Amon Murwira visited Moscow for talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss strengthening bilateral ties and trade cooperation. Murwira announced Zimbabwe’s pending application for BRICS membership, highlighting the importance of the platform for economic collaboration, while Lavrov mentioned educational scholarships and upcoming Russia-Africa summits as key points of cooperation.
Amon Murwira, Zimbabwe’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, recently arrived in Moscow to engage in discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Following their meeting, Lavrov highlighted that the bilateral relations between Zimbabwe and Russia are grounded in equality and mutual respect, emphasizing the importance of enhancing trade and economic collaboration across various sectors, including mineral resource development, energy, agriculture, and information technology.
Lavrov stated that Russia provides 125 scholarships annually for Zimbabwean students in Russian universities and expressed readiness to increase this number. Additionally, he announced that the third Russia-Africa summit is scheduled for 2026, and the second ministerial conference under the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum will take place in 2025 in an African nation.
During the press conference, Murwira affirmed the strong political ties between Zimbabwe and Russia and expressed the intention to advance economic cooperation. Responding to inquiries about Zimbabwe’s potential membership in BRICS, Murwira noted the organization’s significance as a platform for economic collaboration. He mentioned that Zimbabwe is currently in the application process for BRICS membership, awaiting a decision aligned with the consensus within the BRICS framework.
Zimbabwe is actively pursuing its application for BRICS membership while emphasizing the importance of international cooperation. The talks between Amon Murwira and Sergey Lavrov underscore the strong ties between Zimbabwe and Russia, particularly in enhancing trade and educational opportunities. The scheduled summits between Russia and African countries signify ongoing collaborative efforts in various sectors, further establishing a mutual partnership.
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