The Russian president has described Brazzaville as a priority partner in Africa, while Sassou Nguesso welcomed the countries’ growing ties Russian President Vladimir Putin has described the Republic of the Congo as a “reliable, time-tested partner” during talks with President Denis Sassou Nguesso in Beijing. The meeting took place on the sidelines of events marking the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Imperial Japan and the end of World War II. Putin said Russia is committed to strengthening