According to him, this is the "first of many" ships that will carry shipments of Russian fertilizers, which are of critical importance for African countries.
As it became known earlier, the Uralchem-Uralkali group of companies reached an agreement on the export of mineral fertilizers to Africa, which were blocked in three European countries.
Russian President Vladimir Putin, discussing food security with CAR President Faustin Arcange Touadera, confirmed Russia's readiness to provide Africa with agricultural products and fertilizers.