Under high directives from the Head of State, Cameroon’s Minister of External Relations, H.E. Lejeune Mbella Mbella, officially represented the President Paul Biya at the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit held from October 28 to 29, 2026, in Moscow.
Acting as the President’s personal envoy, the Minister joined diplomatic delegations from across the continent to bolster multilateral engagement and advance shared interests on the global stage.
The high-level gathering was co-chaired by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Burundian President Évariste Ndayishimie, who currently serves as Chairperson of the African Union. The event convened numerous Heads of State, Vice Presidents, Heads of Government, and Foreign Ministers.
Discussions focused on reviewing existing bilateral agreements, assessing progress on commitments made during previous summits, and outlining future pathways to deepen regional collaboration.
Alongside the main summit sessions, delegates actively engaged in the Economic and Humanitarian forum. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov presided over a specialized meeting of Russia-Africa foreign ministers.
These side events facilitated dialogue on strategic economic investments, cultural exchanges, and humanitarian joint initiatives aimed at fostering long-term stability and development.
Through its high-level participation in Moscow, Cameroon reaffirmed its commitment to balanced diplomacy and strong international partnerships. The outcomes of the summit reflect a shared dedication to enhancing economic cooperation and expanding strategic political dialogue between Russia and African nations for the coming years.
