Zimbabwe and Russia will use next month’s Intergovernmental Commission meeting in Victoria Falls to expand trade and investment. Both countries want to unlock fresh opportunities across several strategic sectors.
Russian Ambassador to Zimbabwe, His Excellency Sergei Berdnikov, confirmed the plans after meeting Speaker of the National Assembly, Advocate Jacob Mudenda, on Tuesday.
Their discussions centred on strengthening bilateral relations while boosting economic cooperation between the two nations.
Moreover, both sides identified agriculture, energy, mining, information and communication technology, and other industries as priority areas for future collaboration.
Russia seeks greater economic investment
Although political relations remain strong, Ambassador Berdnikov acknowledged that economic cooperation still needs significant growth.
He said: “We discussed the present state of our political cooperation and economic as well. And as previously mentioned, the political climate, political interchange, and political exchange between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Zimbabwe is very fruitful, has a very long history of friendship and cordial relations. What is lacking is our economic investment and financial cooperation, and we are looking forward to having it as much extended as possible.”
Meanwhile, Russia also plans to strengthen its engagement with African nations. The 2026 Russia-Africa Summit will provide another platform to deepen diplomatic and economic partnerships across the continent.
The summit is expected to build on previous initiatives. Furthermore, it reflects Russia’s continued efforts to expand investment and cooperation throughout Africa.
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