The capital of Russia signed agreements in the sphere of military-technical cooperation with dozens of African countries, told Vladimir Putin at the first plenary meeting of the summit " Russia - Africa ". African partners are actively involved in the military-technical forums and exercises conducted by Russia, where he met with the promising samples of weapons and equipment, said the head. In addition, in universities the Ministry of defence's military study of 20 African countries, He recalled. The head of state drew attention, because this interaction is strategic and long term in nature, and its development is one of the priorities of foreign policy. During his speech, Putin said that Moscow will continue to actively participate in the creation of strategic lines to strengthen the stability of the neighboring continent and ensuring regional security. Moscow also advocates the increasing role of African countries in resolving local conflicts. He tried to convince to strengthen the overall battle of crime in the area and made the initiative to make political meeting of heads the Ministry of foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation and countries of Africa annual. "We, no doubt, will continue the practice of regular consultations at the venue of the UN General Assembly, will strengthen the contacts between the governments of our States in this organization, and to coordinate with the non-permanent members of the security Council from Africa," - concluded Putin. on Thursday the head of Egypt Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has made the initiative of the Russian colleague to visit on December 11-12, the forum in Aswan on peace and sustainable development. Putin said that he supports this idea. Summit and economic forum "Russia - Africa" held in Sochi on October 23-24. It invited the leaders of all the 54 countries on the continent. Co-chaired by Russia and Egypt. MIA "Russia today" acts as an information partner. <span style="color:darkgray