Russian Defense Minister, Sergei Shoigu, recently held a meeting with his counterpart from Burkina Faso, Kassoum Koulibaly, in an effort to enhance cooperation in the defense sector and economy. The meeting, which was discussed in a telegram channel by the Russian Defense Ministry, focused on bilateral military collaboration and the reinforcement of Russian-Burkinabe ties in the defense field.
During the meeting, Shoigu expressed his gratitude for Koulibaly’s prompt arrival in Russia to form an interdepartmental delegation and readiness to work towards strengthening their mutual interaction in defense and economy. The discussions revolved around the prospects of joint projects in the military and military-technical areas.
This meeting follows Shoigu’s recent discussion on military cooperation with Julio Aviles Castillo, the Chief Commander of Nicaragua. The talks during this meeting centered around “promising projects in the military and military-technical sectors.”
Denis Manturov, the Russian Deputy Prime Minister, had earlier stated that the Russian defense-industrial complex fully provides armaments to the combat aviation, fleet, and ground forces.
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Overall, the meeting between the Russian and Burkina Faso defense ministers signifies a further step towards strengthening defense ties and cooperation between the two countries. The discussions held during the meeting highlight the commitment to enhancing military collaboration and exploring potential joint projects in the defense sector. This development comes in the context of Russia’s efforts to expand its influence and partnerships in various regions around the world.
