In a strategic dialogue published in mid-December 2025, Congolese Foreign Minister Jean-Claude Gakosso  signaled a major expansion of the Republic of Congo’s partnership with Russia. Emphasizing a "warm welcome" for Russian interests, Gakosso outlined a roadmap that moves beyond traditional diplomacy into high-stakes industrial cooperation. Key highlights of this 2025–2026 agenda include: The Strategic Pipeline:  Advancement of the Pointe-Noire–Loutété–Maloukou-Tréchot  oil p