"Unveiling the Winners and Losers of the Russia-Africa Summit"

The Russia-Africa summit in St. Petersburg will focus on food security in African countries, following Moscow's withdrawal from a grain deal that has raised concerns about potential food shortages. While Russia may use the summit to announce a possible restoration of grain supplies, experts warn that this would not provide long-term stability over food prices. The summit also presents an opportunity for Russia to strengthen its political influence in Africa, potentially gaining support in UN votes and easing economic restrictions imposed by the West. African countries, on the other hand, seek investment opportunities and financing options, while also aiming to assert their independence as geopolitical actors. Arms deals and the presence of the Wagner paramilitary group in Africa are additional factors that may be discussed during the summit.