Fatima Zahra El Mansouri Represents King Mohammed VI at Russia-Africa Summit

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Moroccan Prime Minister Fatima Zahra El Mansouri arrived in Moscow on Wednesday, October 28, to represent King Mohammed VI at the third Russia-Africa Summit, placing Morocco among the participants in a major diplomatic gathering focused on relations between Moscow and African countries.

The summit, taking place on October 28 and 29, brings together African representatives and Russian officials to explore opportunities for cooperation across strategic sectors. The meeting comes as Russia seeks to expand its economic, political and security partnerships across the continent.

El Mansouri's participation on behalf of the Moroccan monarch underscores the importance Rabat attaches to high-level diplomatic engagement and the development of partnerships with international actors.

Trade, investment and energy among the priorities

Economic cooperation is expected to feature prominently in discussions during the summit. Trade, investment, agriculture, energy and technology are among the areas offering opportunities for closer collaboration between Russia and African countries.

For Morocco, participation in such forums provides an opportunity to maintain diplomatic contacts, explore potential economic partnerships and exchange views on shared regional and international challenges.

The summit also reflects broader efforts by African countries to diversify their international partnerships and attract investment in sectors essential to economic growth and development.

A diplomatic process launched in 2019

The Moscow gathering follows the first Russia-Africa Summit, held in Sochi in 2019, and the second edition, organized in Saint Petersburg in 2023.

These meetings established a framework for regular dialogue between Russia and African governments, with discussions covering economic development, trade, security and political cooperation.

The third edition takes place amid growing international competition for influence across Africa, where external partners are seeking to strengthen commercial ties and establish long-term cooperation in strategic industries.

For Moscow, the summit offers an opportunity to reinforce existing relationships and pursue new agreements with African partners. For participating countries, it provides a platform to assess areas of mutual interest and identify practical avenues for collaboration.

Morocco's role in international and African diplomacy

Morocco has pursued a diplomatic strategy that combines African engagement with partnerships beyond the continent. Its participation in multilateral forums allows the country to maintain dialogue with a wide range of international partners while promoting its economic and diplomatic interests.

El Mansouri's presence in Moscow on behalf of King Mohammed VI places Morocco within the discussions surrounding the future of Russia-Africa cooperation.

The summit's outcomes, particularly any commitments involving trade, investment and strategic industries, will help determine the scope of future cooperation between Russia and its African partners.