Russia allocated $2 million for the import of food to the Central African Republic.

Russia has allocated 2 million dollars for the delivery of humanitarian food aid to the Central African Republic (CAR). This was reported by the Russian Ambassador to CAR, Alexander Bikantov, as cited by TASS. The food shipments are being delivered to this and other developing countries as part of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). The allocated funds are specifically intended for further assistance within its framework. The ambassador noted that food supplies had previously been made through bilateral channels as well. However, he did not specify the volumes or other details. Bikantov also spoke about the technical details of the food aid and its assortment. All required food will be purchased in Russia. The list of supplied products includes many basic types of crops such as corn and other cereals, as well as peas. It should be noted that the WFP is ...