"The demand for energy resources in the Asia-Pacific countries is growing"

On Wednesday, September 3, following his visit to China, Vladimir Putin gave a press briefing to journalists and answered questions from representatives of the world's leading media. The main quotes from the Russian president's communication with the press are in the Izvestia material.

On the negotiations within the framework of the SCO summit

It was the SCO summit, followed by the Russia-Mongolia-China trilateral meeting and a visit to China itself. This format of work allows you to talk not only at the negotiating table, but also in a friendly manner to talk about any topic that is of interest. It turned out to be very useful.

I would especially mention the Chinese initiative on Global Governance. It seems to me that this is very timely, and, importantly, it is aimed at positive relations between the countries that have gathered in China and countries that currently do not want to declare such a partnership. The documents adopted during the visit to China are aimed at the future.

About the Power of Siberia — 2

The global economy, despite the fact that we are experiencing a recession in the leading economies of the Eurozone, is developing. Especially in the Asia-Pacific region. The demand for energy resources is growing. Especially in the Chinese economy, which remains one of the engines of growth.

About NATO and Ukraine's accession to the EU

I agree with those who believe that every country has the right to choose its own security system. This applies to all countries, including Ukraine. But it also means that the security of one country cannot be ensured at the expense of the security of another country, in this case the Russian Federation.

We have always objected to Ukraine being a member of NATO, but we have never questioned its right to engage in economic and business activities as it wants, including membership in the EU.

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