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Vol 62 No 19

Published 23rd September 2021


Central African Republic

Moscow tilt poses risks

The president increasingly relies on Russia but it may not be able to protect him against a possible cut in funds over human rights abuses and aid theft

President Faustin-Archange Touadéra is doubling down on his dependence on all things Russian – from cyberwar to propaganda, to Wagner Group mercenaries, and even the diamond trade. But analysts in Bangui believe he is jeopardising continued support from the European Union and the UN, two of the biggest funders of governing structures and emergency aid which are investigating extensive diversions of funds.

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