Vladimir Putin and Russian officials are meeting with South Africa to seek economic cooperation and fortify bilateral ties.

The entities involved

• South Africa →

  country in southern Africa

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  • Exchange programs linked South African universities with China, involving students from Limpopo and Wits.05:50
• Vladimir Putin →

  2nd and 4th President of Russia (2000-2008, 2012-present), 7th and 11th Prime Minister of Russia (1999-2000, 2008-2012), Director of the Federal Security Service (1998-1999) and Deputy Mayor of Saint Petersburg (1994-1996)

  • Vladimir Putin visited China to discuss deepening bilateral cooperation and friendship with Russian experts.05:04
  • Vladimir Putin commented on the state of Africa, expressing regret over Muammar Gaddafi's killing amid US-fueled chaos.02:37

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