Moscow:The Prime Minister of Burkina Faso is set to represent the President at the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow. This summit follows the events held in Sochi in 2019 and Saint Petersburg in 2023, and it aims to advance the partnership between African nations and Russia, led by President Vladimir Putin.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the summit will review the action plan for 2023-2026 and set the direction for future cooperation with the adoption of a declaration and a new action plan for 2027-2029. Key discussion points include trade, investment, food and energy security, and state sovereignty. Additionally, the Economic and Humanitarian Forum will cover topics such as industrial development, technology transfer, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, nuclear energy's peaceful uses, health, education, and training.

Leading the Burkinabe delegation, the Prime Minister will focus on presenting national priorities to promote projects related to resource processing, technology mastery, and youth training. These efforts are intended to enhance Burkina Faso's productive capacities and economic sovereignty.

In addition to the summit, the Prime Minister will engage in bilateral talks and hold meetings to strengthen partnerships for security and development in Burkina Faso. This participation is part of ongoing efforts to bolster relations between Ouagadougou and Moscow, underscored by the Agreement on the Foundations of Relations signed on February 12, 2026. It demonstrates Burkina Faso's commitment to diversifying partnerships while maintaining national sovereignty and addressing security, humanitarian, and development challenges.