Togo’s president to highlight economic opportunities at Russia-Africa summit 2026
President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé is set to attend the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, opening on October 28, 2026. The high-profile gathering will provide Togo with a platform to showcase its key cooperation priorities and investment opportunities to global partners.
The summit, hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin, will bring together African leaders and development partners to discuss trade, investment, and sustainable development. This follows previous editions held in Sochi (2019) and Saint Petersburg (2023), reinforcing the ongoing dialogue between Africa and Russia.
Key priorities on Togo’s agenda
Togo’s participation will focus on several strategic sectors outlined in the government’s development roadmap. These include:
- Enhancing food security initiatives
- Expanding access to agricultural inputs
- Strengthening technical and scientific education for youth
- Developing the energy sector
- Promoting Togo’s logistics and port infrastructure as a gateway to West African markets
President Gnassingbé will present concrete investment opportunities in these sectors to Russian and international delegates, positioning Togo as an attractive destination for economic collaboration.
Strengthening Togo-Russia ties
The upcoming summit marks another milestone in the deepening relations between Lomé and Moscow. Recent bilateral efforts have already yielded results, including the first session of the Togo-Russia Intergovernmental Joint Commission held in Lomé from September 29 to October 1, 2026—a direct outcome of the president’s official visit to Moscow in November 2025.
This summit provides Togo with an opportunity to build on these discussions, further solidifying diplomatic and economic ties with Russia. The focus remains on exploring new avenues for partnership that align with Togo’s national development goals.
