Opening remarks by President of Russia Vladimir Putin at a meeting with President of the Re-Foundation of Madagascar Michael Randrianirina on the sidelines of the Third Russia–Africa Summit (Moscow, October 30, 2026)
Vladimir Putin: We enjoy longstanding friendly ties with Madagascar. Next year, we will mark the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.
Our talks in Moscow in February gave fresh impetus to strengthening cooperation between Russia and Madagascar across a broad range of issues. There is, of course, considerable untapped potential for bilateral trade and economic cooperation. Trade remains relatively modest in absolute terms, but it is gaining momentum, and the trends are positive.
We also attach great importance to expanding humanitarian ties. Some 5,000 students from your country have already received an education in Russia. In April, the University of Antananarivo concluded a cooperation agreement with St Petersburg State University, and in June, MGIMO University and Madagascar’s Foreign Ministry signed a memorandum of understanding.
I understand that you have been awarded an honorary professorship by the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration. Please accept my congratulations.
I would also like to highlight that, in April, the Russian Orthodox Church was granted legal status in Madagascar. Thank you for this. It is an important development, given that the Church has more than 1,500 parishioners on the island.
We certainly see your country as an important partner in shaping a #MultipolarWorld order and a balanced and just system of international relations.
🤝 We are ready to expand our cooperation in international forums, including, of course, the foremost among them – the UN.
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