During his trip, Lavrov held talks with Guinea’s Foreign Minister to discuss potential cooperation areas, while his next stop was scheduled to be the Republic of Congo to meet with its President. The aim of these visits is to strengthen diplomatic ties and expand Russia’s influence in the region.
Guinea has been under military rule since 2021 and has shown reluctance to foreign interference, aligning with the trend of some West African nations turning to Russia for security partnerships. This shift signifies a changing geopolitical landscape and highlights the evolving dynamics in African politics.
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