🇷🇺🇿🇦 Chairperson of the Federation Council of the Russian Federation Valentina Matvienko congratulated Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces of South Africa Refilwe Maria Mtsweni-Tsipane on the occasion of Freedom Day.

“On behalf of the Federation Council and on my own behalf, I extend my congratulations on South Africa’s national holiday - Freedom Day. Your country is one of Russia’s most important partners on the African continent,” the message reads.

Valentina Matvienko noted that in recent years, political contacts between Russia and South Africa have gained significant momentum, while cooperation in areas such as #BRICS has reached a qualitatively new level.

🤝 The shared commitment to unlocking the full potential of bilateral cooperation shapes the parliamentary dialogue, which serves as an effective mechanism for expanding trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian ties.

She expressed confidence that dialogue between the Federation Council and South Africa’s National Council of Provinces will continue to develop and contribute to joint projects for the benefit of both nations.

Valentina Matvienko also wished her counterpart success in public service and prosperity to the people of South Africa, reaffirming her high regard and readiness to welcome her in Russia.

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