Also known as: deputy prime minister and special representative of the Russian president in the Far Eastern federal district · Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yury Trutnev · Yuri Trutnev
Russia's Deputy Prime Minister who led a high-level delegation to Namibia for the 11th Intergovernmental Commission session in March 2026.
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New Era
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Trutnev said Russia is interested in expanding cooperation with Namibia in energy, mining, agriculture, technology and finance
“He said Russia is interested in expanding cooperation with Namibia in sectors such as energy, mining, agriculture, technology and finance.”
Namibia, Russia strengthen economic ties …build on political foundation for economic allianceInformanté
Yury Trutnev will co-chair Ministerial Session
“The Ministerial Session will be co-chaired by Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, Namibia's Minister of International Relations and Trade, and Yury Trutnev, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation and Plenipotentiary Presidential Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District.”
Namibia, Russia hold 11th Intergovernmental Commission session in WindhoekInformanté
Yury Trutnev will co-chair the Namibia–Russia IGC ministerial meeting on 16 March
“The ministerial meeting will be co-chaired by Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, Minister of International Relations and Trade, and Yury Trutnev, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation and Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District.”
Namibia and Russia to hold trade and economic cooperation talks in WindhoekNew Era
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Trutnev noted that current trade volumes barely scratch the surface of what is possible
“As Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Trutnev noted, current trade volumes barely scratch the surface of what is possible.”
Business Editorial – “Nostalgia is not strategy”New Era
Yury Trutnev said the figures fully reflect the potential for increasing bilateral contacts in various sectors of the economy
“During the engagement, Trutnev said the figures "fully reflect the potential for increasing bilateral contacts in various sectors of the economy," signalling that current volumes fall far below what both governments see as achievable.”
Namibia, Russia focus on economic alliance …to turn historic ties into viable partnershipNew Era
Yuri Trutnev is deputy prime minister and co-chair of Namibia-Russia Intergovernmental Commission
“her visits will include high-level meetings with Yuri Trutnev, deputy prime minister and co-chair of the Namibia-Russia Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation.”
Namibia strengthens Russian trade tiesThe 11th session of the Namibia–Russia intergovernmental commission on trade and economic cooperation concluded in Windhoek on 16 March 2026, with both countries agreeing to expand bilateral cooperation in priority sectors including energy, mining, agriculture, and technology, and to strengthen people-to-people exchanges and private sector partnerships.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The 11th session of the Namibia–Russia intergovernmental commission on trade and economic cooperation concluded in Windhoek on 16 March 2026, with both countries agreeing to expand bilateral cooperation in priority sectors including energy, mining, agriculture, and technology, and to strengthen people-to-people exchanges and private sector partnerships.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Minister of International Relations Selma Ashipala-Musavyi welcomed Russian officials to Windhoek for the 11th session of the Namibia–Russia intergovernmental commission on trade and economic cooperation, highlighting a new business forum and potential joint ventures in agriculture, fertiliser manufacturing, and mining.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Swapo deputy secretary general Uahekua Herunga has rejected allegations reported by Forbidden Stories that the ruling party requested Russian support for its 2024 election campaign. The non-profit news organization reported leaked documents from Russian operatives allegedly showing requests for funding and involvement in disinformation operations, including a fabricated letter claiming UK financing of the opposition IPC.
19 March 2026 · The Namibian →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah met with Russia's deputy prime minister Yury Trutnev, who led a delegation of about 30 Russian companies to explore partnerships in energy, mining, and agriculture. Despite long-standing diplomatic ties, current trade between the two countries is estimated at only about US$17 million, and the intergovernmental commission agreed to establish intermediary structures to facilitate business engagement and expand cooperation into joint ventures and technology transfer.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah met a high-level Russian delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister Yury Trutnev to reaffirm bilateral relations and discuss outcomes of the 11th Namibia–Russia Intergovernmental Commission session. The President said government remains committed to deepening cooperation in energy, agriculture, defence, education and people-to-people relations, while Trutnev noted the visit includes Russian business representatives expected to open opportunities for expanded economic cooperation.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
At the 11th Namibia–Russia Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation in Windhoek, both nations discussed deepening economic cooperation, including proposals for a fertiliser manufacturing plant and expanded collaboration in mining, nuclear energy, and fisheries. Trade between the countries grew 56% in 2025 to reach 18.4 billion rubles, though officials said this remains below its full potential.
17 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia–Russia Business Forum discussed establishing a fertiliser manufacturing plant to support agricultural schemes and reduce food import dependence. The Ministerial Session of the Namibia–Russia Intergovernmental Commission also identified cooperation opportunities in agriculture, sport, education, energy, and other sectors.
17 March 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia and Russia have convened the 11th Session of their Intergovernmental Commission in Windhoek, with senior officials reviewing progress on bilateral cooperation across trade, mining, energy, agriculture, and other sectors ahead of a ministerial meeting.
16 March 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia and Russia held a business forum to strengthen economic cooperation and create trade and investment opportunities, with discussions focused on agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and technology. Minister Ashipala-Musavyi noted that while political relations are strong, trade has remained limited, with Namibia exporting US$13 million and importing US$39.5 million from Russia in 2024.
16 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia–Russia Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation will convene in Windhoek from 13 to 16 March 2026, focusing on bilateral cooperation in mining, education, health, transport, trade, investment, agriculture, and waste management. A parallel Business Forum with over 300 representatives will discuss logistics, industrialisation, technology transfer, and value chain development.
12 March 2026 · Informanté →
An editorial argues that Namibia's recent ministerial visit to Russia marks a pragmatic shift from historical solidarity to practical economic cooperation, with bilateral trade nearly doubling in 2024 and new opportunities in uranium, agriculture, and value-added manufacturing.
23 January 2026 · New Era →
Following a Moscow visit by Namibia's International Relations Minister, the two countries are shifting their historic political relationship toward structured economic partnership. Discussions centred on mining, energy, agriculture, and logistics, with particular focus on uranium cooperation through Russia's Rosatom, which plans exploration by 2026 and commercial mining by 2029, while bilateral trade nearly doubled in 2024 to US$11.7 million.
20 January 2026 · New Era →
Trade and International Relations Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi is in Russia for a three-day official visit to deepen trade relations and attract investment. She will meet with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and other officials to discuss joint projects, industrial growth opportunities, and broader diplomatic cooperation.
15 January 2026 · New Era →