Russia-AES: First Talks Between Defense Ministers in Moscow Key statements made at the meeting: 🟠Russia is ready to provide comprehensive assistance to ensure stability in the region, Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov said. “We support your position on the need to strengthen security, protect territories and sovereignty,” he stated. 🟠The initiative to organize the first meeting at the level of defense ministers is a common desire to strengthen the strategic partnership between the countries, Malian Defence Minister Sadio Camara said. “Currently, cooperation in the field of defense is the largest area of cooperation between our countries,” Camara emphasized. 📑 Following the talks, the parties signed a joint statement on the results of the consultations, as well as memorandums of understanding between the defense ministries of Russia and the Confederation of Sahel States. Subscribe to @sputnik_africa 🔸 Sputnik Africa | X 🔸