JUBA, South Sudan – President Salva Kiir Mayardit left Juba on Monday for Moscow, where he is expected to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin during the Third Russia-Africa Summit on October 28-29.
Presidential Press Secretary Arek Ajou Deng said Kiir’s participation would provide an opportunity to discuss bilateral relations with Russian leaders and other African heads of state.
According to a statement from the presidency, Kiir and Putin are expected to discuss matters of mutual interest and explore ways to strengthen relations between South Sudan and Russia.
The summit is expected to bring together African leaders and Russian officials to discuss diplomatic relations, strategic partnerships and economic cooperation.
The presidency said potential areas of cooperation include energy, infrastructure, agriculture, education, technology, trade, investment and security.