Alex Vines, who directs the Africa program at the European Council on Foreign Relations, said 48 African countries and 22 national leaders attended the Russia-Africa Summit, showing Moscow's diplomatic and strategic appeal.
Vines spoke with France 24 host Oliver Farry in an interview published Oct. 29. Separately, France 24's headline described a market for Russian influence in Africa as not centered on building institutions.
France 24 framed the discussion around African reliance on Russian security support and debate over a world with power spread among more centers. The outlet’s summary also pointed to discussion of Russia’s security role, information campaigns and recruitment in Africa. It said these issues raise questions about African states’ freedom to make decisions, accountability and the toll on people amid international power struggles.
