🇷🇺🇬🇶 President of Russia Vladimir Putin held talks in Novo-Ogaryovo with President of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, who is in Russia on an official visit.

The agenda included the state and future of bilateral cooperation in various sectors, as well the expansion of Russia’s ties with Central African countries in view of Equatorial Guinea’s presidency of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS).

💬 President Vladimir Putin: We are one month away from the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between our countries.

You have proven to be a reliable friend, and we know this well. You have also visited our country many times. Your country was represented at a high level during the recent Russia-Africa Summit.

Mr President, we have great potential in our relations, and plenty to keep us busy. I do hope that during the expanded meeting, together with our colleagues from the governments of the two countries, we will discuss our ties in their various aspects.

🤝 I am delighted to see you, Mr President. Welcome!