Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and other ministers are speaking at the first plenary session of the 2nd Ministerial Conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum in Cairo. The event is being attended by the heads of foreign affairs agencies of Russia, African states, and regional integration associations. The ministers will discuss steps to develop the Russian-African partnership and strengthen its strategic nature, focusing on trade, economic cooperation, and investment. The 2nd ministerial conference in Cairo is a key stage in preparation of the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit scheduled for 2026.