1. Russia’s Rising Influence in Africa
- Author:
- Agnieszka Legucka and Jędrzej Czerep
- Publication Date:
- 11-2019
- Content Type:
- Special Report
- Institution:
- The Polish Institute of International Affairs
- Abstract:
- Russia’s increasing presence in Africa is motivated by global political ambitions and economic goals. To expand its influence, Russia is involved in local conflicts and fuels anti-Western sentiment. Competing with EU and U.S. countries, it is simultaneously becoming an important security partner for many African governments. An obstacle to Russia further increasing its presence in Africa is its weak economic condition, which not only limits the possibility of economic expansion on the continent but also its interference in internal political processes in African countries.
- Topic:
- Security, Foreign Policy, Politics, Bilateral Relations, and Soft Power
- Political Geography:
- Africa, Russia, and African Union