The co-chairs of the Russia-Namibia Intergovernmental Commission discussed strengthening bilateral economic ties. "In 2024, total trade between our countries nearly doubled to $11.7 million. From January to October 2025, bilateral trade reached $17.3 million. These are not significant figures for either Russia or Namibia, but they fully reflect the potential for expanding bilateral contacts in various economic sectors," said Yuri Trutnev.
“In terms of economic indicators, we are seeing progress here, but we could do more,” noted Selma Ashipala-Musavi.
Issues of strengthening cooperation in geology and subsoil use, education, and prospects for expanding bilateral settlement infrastructure were raised.
The Russian side supported the Namibian colleagues' proposal to hold a business forum as part of the next meeting of the Russia-Namibia Intergovernmental Commission.