The head of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen recalled the importance of Russia for the European Union (EU). It is reported by RIA News…
According to her, Russia, despite the “destabilizing activity” in relation to the European Union, remains the closest and largest EU neighbor, a source of trade and investment. The head of the EC added that Russia is also an important player in the international arena “in confronting global challenges and resolving regional issues.”
Von der Leyen said that she instructed the head of European diplomacy, Josep Borrell, to prepare a report on EU relations with Russia.
Earlier, the European Union called the achievement of stability the main goal in relations with Russia. A senior EU diplomat said that further development of interaction with Moscow will be discussed as part of a strategic discussion at the EU summit in Brussels on May 24. According to him, Europe in relations with Russia will continue to follow the previously developed principles.
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