The European Union should deeply reconsider relations with Russia. This was stated by the head of the future of European diplomacy Federica Mogerini, speaking in the European Parliament as part of the harmonization of nominations for new members of the European Commission. She also noted that the sanctions had a significant impact on the Russian economy, and stressed the crisis in Ukraine has no military solution.
«Russia can not be a partner (of the European Union .- “b” ) at the moment, but it is a country of strategic weight in the world and an important neighbor, particularly Ukraine. We need to deeply rethink our relationship with Russia over the next five years “, – said Federica Mogerini at a hearing in the European Parliament Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Speaking to MPs, it addressed the topic of sanctions against the Russian Federation. “We have imposed sanctions. The question now is whether they were effective in the Russian economy. Yes, I believe that these sanctions are effective. The Russian economy is very clearly felt the sanctions, “- said Mrs. Mogerini. And then added: “But if you put the question of whether there is a positive impact on Russian policy, there are still questions.” According to her, “The EU can both facilitate the sanctions regime against the Russian Federation, if the situation in Ukraine will improve and tighten it if it will get worse».
Speaking about the situation in Ukraine, future head of European diplomacy, noted that the conflict “has no military solution.” According to her, one of the main objectives of the EU in the foreseeable future – “to achieve the full implementation of the Minsk agreements (for a peaceful settlement to the east Ukraine.- ” b “), all of the items, hold force (the President of Ukraine. – “b” ) Poroshenko to establish peace in the east of his country ».
Responding to questions from MEPs, Mrs. Mogerini noted, the EU should avoid any possibility of creating a Russian land corridor to the Crimea. “I believe that the EU should be united and act on the basis of solidarity. He must not let this happen and not think about how to react to it, “- she said.
However, even in the current situation, according to Federica Mogerini, there are opportunities for productive cooperation with Moscow: according to her, the EU should continue to work with Russia on issues of non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction as well as conventional arms control.
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