Tanzania, June 8 -- Dar es Salaam. Analysts have defended President Samia Suluhu Hassan's assertion that Tanzania does not align itself with competing geopolitical blocs, saying her recent state visit to Russia is consistent with the country's long-established foreign policy of non-alignment and pragmatic engagement.

However, they have cautioned that Tanzania must carefully navigate an increasingly complex international environment as major powers intensify competition for influence across the globe.

President Hassan made the remarks during an interview with Tanzanian journalists on the sidelines of the 29th St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2026) on Friday, June 5.

She dismissed suggestions that her state visit to Russ...