Russian Naval Vessel Strengthens Ties in Africa
(MENAFN) A Russian naval instructional vessel has reached the Republic of the Congo as part of a broader regional itinerary, the Russian Embassy in the Central African nation revealed on Tuesday.
The vessel, named ‘Smolny’ and affiliated with Russia’s Baltic Fleet, arrived at the harbor of Pointe-Noire on Monday.
It received a formal welcome accompanied by military honors. Onboard are approximately 400 service members, including 200 naval trainees engaged in educational exercises.
As per the Russian Embassy, the crew was received by several Congolese dignitaries, such as the Prefect of Pointe-Noire, the Commander of the First Military Region, and a deputy military attaché representing the Russian Embassy in Angola who also serves as a regional envoy in Congo. Conversations reportedly centered on enhancing mutual naval collaboration.
The itinerary also featured a musical presentation, where Russian officers were “warmly welcomed” by their Congolese counterparts, the embassy noted.
Earlier in July, the ‘Smolny’—currently on an extended instructional journey—paid a return visit to Equatorial Guinea.
On July 23, the vessel conducted an official stop in São Tomé and Príncipe.
During the stay, guided tours were arranged for members of the nation's Armed Forces, National Police, students, and local Russian nationals.
Visitors had the chance to inspect the ship’s navigational tools, defense systems, and instructional spaces, and engage in discussions with the crew and cadets, according to the Russian Embassy.
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