India, March 16 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Monday, as Moscow continues to strengthen its diplomatic and economic engagement with Africa, according to a statement released by the Kremlin.

The conversation focused on key areas of bilateral cooperation, including political dialogue, economic partnerships, trade relations, and humanitarian collaboration. Officials said the discussion followed up on agreements reached during Abiy Ahmed's visit to Moscow in September 2025, when the two leaders met in person to expand strategic ties between their countries.

According to the Kremlin, the leaders reviewed the implementation of previously reached agreements and re...