Austrian Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg spoke in favor of continuing dialogue with Russia on international platforms. According to him, it is impossible to solve important global problems without the participation of Moscow. Quotes from Schallenberg Austrian Press Agency.
“Of course we must continue [диалог с Россией]. There are suitable platforms for this, for example the UN and OSCE. These organizations have never been a club of like-minded people. “Even during the Cold War, it was difficult to conduct dialogue,” he said.
Schallenberg emphasized that issues related to the climate situation and disarmament should be resolved with Russia’s participation. However, the Foreign Minister said, “From a Western perspective, this is difficult.”
Former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö statedWestern countries need to find a way to maintain their relations with Moscow amid the Ukraine crisis and develop them after the crisis is over. He noted that “trust is necessary” between the parties to prevent new military conflicts.
Catherine Colonna, formerly head of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs registeredThe security system to be created in Europe must take into account the interests of all European countries, including Russia.
Previously In Austria, they criticized the government’s plans to purchase air defenses to protect against Russia.
Source: Gazeta
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