Russia to open diplomatic missions in Gambia, Liberia, Togo, Union of Comoros — Lavrov

MOSCOW, June 30. /TASS/. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced plans to open diplomatic missions in four African countries.

"Next on the agenda is the launch of diplomatic missions in The Gambia, Liberia, Togo, and the Union of the Comoros," he said at a meeting of the Business Council under the Russian foreign minister.

Lavrov noted that Russian embassies began operating in three other African countries in 2025: Niger, Sierra Leone, and South Sudan. A new department for partnership with Africa was also established. According to the top diplomat, "expanding Russia’s diplomatic presence on the continent contributes to developing relations."

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