Togo: Faure Gnassingbé expected at Russia-Africa summit in Moscow

Faure Gnassingbé, Togo’s president of the Council, is expected at the third Russia-Africa summit, opening in Moscow on October 28, 2026, with African leaders and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Togo plans to present priorities including food security, access to agricultural inputs, youth technical and scientific training, energy development and its port logistics platform, alongside investment opportunities. The visit comes amid closer ties between Lomé and Moscow, following the first session of the Togo-Russia Intergovernmental Joint Commission in Lomé from September 29 to October 1, 2026. Togo aims to diversify partnerships and expand economic and diplomatic relations.