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Moscow Seeks Influence Through Military Equipment Sales
Russia is engaged in a significant expansion of its arms trade in Africa, selling advanced military equipment to various governments across the continent. This development may indicate a shift in Russia’s global military influence, as it seeks to create dependencies among African governments through military equipment sales. The move is part of a broader effort by Moscow to project its military power and influence across the globe, despite facing significant challenges in its war against Ukraine. According to the article, Russia’s state arms export agency Rosoboronexport has signed numerous contracts with African countries, with the continent accounting for 30 per cent of the company’s order book. The article was first reported by an unknown source.