Zimbabwe’s Foreign Minister Amon Murwira visited Moscow to discuss strengthening ties with Russia and highlighted the country’s application to join BRICS. The talks focused on trade, education, and international cooperation, with specific emphasis on key sectors for development.
Amon Murwira, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of Zimbabwe, has arrived in Moscow for discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Following their meeting, Minister Lavrov highlighted the foundation of the relationship between Zimbabwe and Russia, which is predicated on equality and mutual respect. He emphasized the importance of enhancing trade and economic cooperation, particularly in sectors such as mineral resource development, energy, agriculture, space, and information technology.
Minister Lavrov mentioned that Russia offers 125 scholarships annually for Zimbabwean students and expressed readiness to expand that number. He also announced that the third Russia-Africa summit will take place in 2026, alongside a second ministerial conference for the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum slated for 2025 in an African nation.
Amon Murwira characterized Zimbabwe’s political relationship with Russia as exceptionally strong and expressed intent to bolster economic ties. During the press conference, he addressed queries regarding Zimbabwe’s application to join BRICS, indicating that it is a significant platform for economic collaboration. Murwira noted, “Zimbabwe is currently working on fulfilling the requirements necessary to join BRICS. We are at the application stage and are awaiting a response in line with the consensus reached within the BRICS framework.” This visit marks Murwira’s inaugural trip to Moscow in his current capacity as Zimbabwe’s Foreign Minister.
In summary, Zimbabwe is actively pursuing its application for BRICS membership while reinforcing its diplomatic and economic relations with Russia. The discussions held in Moscow underscore the commitment of both nations to enhance cooperation across various sectors. Additionally, landmark events such as the upcoming Russia-Africa summit signify a deepening of ties within global platforms.
Original Source: tvbrics.com
