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Putin and Madagascar's Leader Discuss Cooperation Amid Cyclone Aid

2/20/2026

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Russian President Vladimir Putin met Madagascar's interim president Michael Randrianirina in Moscow to discuss energy, healthcare, and education.
Putin highlighted potential cooperation in agriculture, geological exploration, and military matters.
Randrianirina expressed Madagascar's readiness to expand partnerships since 1972.
Putin expressed condolences for Madagascar's cyclones, causing at least 59 deaths and displacing over 16,000 people.
Russia has sent humanitarian aid, including a helicopter and trucks, to assist relief.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin met Madagascar's interim president Michael Randrianirina in Moscow to discuss energy, healthcare, and education.
Putin highlighted potential cooperation in agriculture, geological exploration, and military matters.
Randrianirina expressed Madagascar's readiness to expand partnerships since 1972.
Putin expressed condolences for Madagascar's cyclones, causing at least 59 deaths and displacing over 16,000 people.
Russia has sent humanitarian aid, including a helicopter and trucks, to assist relief.