JUBA, October 31, 2026 – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has returned to Juba this morning following his participation in the Russia-Africa Summit held in Moscow, Russian Federation.

Caretaker Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Cecilia Adut Manyok, said the summit provided an important platform for African leaders and the Russian Federation to strengthen engagement and explore areas of cooperation in economic development, security and other sectors of mutual interest.

Ambassador Cecilia highlighted that the country’s priorities included cooperation in agriculture, security, agro-processing, infrastructure development, foreign direct investment, education, technical trade, healthcare, science and technology, local capacity building and peacebuilding.

South Sudan’s participation in the summit reflects its continued efforts to strengthen international partnerships, attract investment and pursue development opportunities through diplomatic engagement.

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