This is Russia’s plan for Kosovo

Vladimir Putin, Photo: Illustration

In an author’s text for “Napredak”, a journal of SNS political theory and practice, he said that Russia would pay special attention to that issue and that talks about future mutual relations between Belgrade and Pristina could only result with strict respect for the international law and legitimate interests. and concerns of Kosovo Serbs.

The parties themselves must agree, and it is counterproductive to force “final normalization”, to impose prescriptions and pre-established deadlines, “says Bocan-Kharchenko.

He also said that “Russia is determined to develop cooperation in a wide range of directions” and that “confidential political dialogue at the highest level gives it the key importance.”

Kharchenko also believes that the EU, which was authorized by the UN General Assembly to mediate the dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina, must impartially and effectively fulfill its obligations and strive to achieve the agreements reached previously, which are openly ignored by Kosovar Albanians today. .

The formation of the Association of Serbian Municipalities and the resolution of problems related to refugees and internally displaced persons are of utmost importance, he said.

“We will support all efforts to help Belgrade and Pristina reach a firm, sustainable and mutually acceptable solution. As Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly stressed, Russia will only accept a solution that satisfies Serbs who defend their legitimate rights.” from Kosovo and Metohija, “said Ambassador Bocan-Kharchenko.

He notes that Russia has never prevented the intentions of the Balkan countries, including Serbia, to join the EU.

“It is important that this does not harm our bilateral relations,” Ambassador Kharchenko said.

In an article in “Napredak” magazine, the Russian ambassador also spoke about Belgrade’s policy towards Moscow and stated that Russia highly appreciates Belgrade’s sovereign and responsible policy aimed at preserving military neutrality. An important stage is the conclusion of the Russian-Serbian intergovernmental agreement on cooperation in the fight against terrorism, in June this year.

The Russian-Serbian humanitarian center in Nis effectively contributes to the elimination of the consequences of natural disasters, works on demining and organizes the preparations of rescuers and firefighters, added the ambassador of the Russian Federation in Belgrade.