Africa-Press – Ethiopia. Russia’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, Evgeny Terekhin reaffirmed his country’s steadfast support for the goals and aspirations of the African continent.
The 61st anniversary of Africa Day, 25 May 1963, marking the foundation of the Organization of African Unity (OAU), now the African Union (AU) was commemorated today on the premises of the AU Headquarters in Addis Ababa.
In a message he conveyed during the occasion, Ambassador Terekhin highlighted Russia’s longstanding partnership with Africa.
“The Russian Federation shares and supports the goals of the member states of the African Union, enshrined in its ambitious socio-economic development program ‘Agenda-2063’,” he stated.
The ambassador added Russia actively participates in providing comprehensive support to the continent both on a bilateral basis and within the framework of existing international mechanisms and it is ready to contribute in every possible way to the strengthening of the sovereignty of African states and the protection of the principle of their sovereign equality.
Russia, as a permanent member of the UN Security Council, has consistently advocated for expanding Africa’s representation in the council, he noted. This, he said, would “contribute not only to correcting the historical injustice towards the African continent, but also to adapting the UN to modern realities.”
The ambassador further said: “Today Africa is the most dynamically developing part of our planet. Africans are known for their desire for cooperation and mutual understanding. Africa can rightfully be proud of its wonderful traditions and culture, natural resources, and most importantly — the peoples inhabiting it!”
He underscored Russia’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with the African Union and supporting the continent’s efforts to address its challenges and realize its aspirations for development and prosperity.
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