Benin: Mariam Chabi Talata in Moscow for Russia-Africa summit

Benin’s Vice President, Mariam Chabi Talata Zimé Yérima, is in Moscow for the third Russia-Africa summit, which opens on October 28. Photos show her alongside Benin’s ambassador, Akambi André Okounlola-Biaou, and Russian officials. Vladimir Putin is due to host representatives of 48 African countries for two days of talks on strengthening relations, particularly economic and political ties. Although Africa Intelligence had reported that President Romuald Wadagni was expected to attend, no official statement has explained his absence; he recently visited Abu Dhabi to meet UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.