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Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Mozambican President Daniel Francisco Chapo on the sidelines of the 8th Gas Exporting Countries Forum Summit.

Addressing relations between the two countries in his opening remarks at the summit, Putin said, "We fully share your determination to strengthen the multifaceted relations between our countries. Russia and Mozambique have longstanding ties of friendship and cooperation dating back to the Mozambican people's struggle for independence. Last year, we celebrated the 50th anniversary of our diplomatic relations."

Putin also addressed the flooding caused by Cyclone Gezani in Mozambique, emphasizing that Russia would continue to provide humanitarian assistance. He stated, "This spring, the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations delivered humanitarian aid to Mozambique to support efforts to deal with the consequences of the floods caused by Cyclone Gezani."