Russia wants to build substantive relations with the US

(Baonghean.vn)- On February 18, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov called for an end to a Western-dominated world order, and emphasized that Moscow wants to establish a "substantive" relationship with the United States.

Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Foreign Minister Lavrov expressed hope that “the world will choose a democratic, post-Western world order, where each country shapes itself through its sovereignty.” Lavrov also described the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) as a “Cold War institution,” as the alliance’s expansion has led to unprecedented tensions in Europe over the past 30 years.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov speaks at the Munich Security Conference. Photo: AP

The head of Russian diplomacy stressed that Moscow wants to build relations with Washington, a substantive one with respect and recognition of Russia's responsibility for global stability.

In addition, Foreign Minister Lavrov also stated that he “did not see any basis” for Russia to conduct cyber attacks to influence the results of elections in other countries, especially in the US. He also emphasized that Moscow does not want its citizens to be involved in cybercrime.

Russia hopes for improved relations between Moscow and Washington under President Donald Trump. Photo: AP

The Russian Foreign Minister's remarks came just hours after US Vice President Mike Pence also delivered a speech at the Munich Security Conference, stressing Washington's commitment to the NATO military alliance. Pence is in Europe with US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Defense Secretary James Mattis, in an effort to reassure European allies, amid concerns among European officials about new President Donald Trump's "America First" stance and his calls for stronger ties with Russia./.

Lan Ha

(According to AFP)