The head of the Federal drug control service said that was entered against him the sentence did not make sense

The head of the Russian narcopolis Viktor Ivanov said that imposed on him the punishment of US had no practical sense, not less, American colleagues did not support such a measure of his government.

" I know the opinion of my colleagues, partners (of the USA). They were requested to make such decisions. They saw this as a negative measure, but either way, the resolution was approved. In my opinion, the goal only political, " said Ivanov in the air.

according to him, cooperation with the United States on the issues of fight against drug trafficking was " very constructive ".

Despite the introduction of penalties, Ivanov, in his own words, " did not give any commands to limit the interaction of our American colleagues." Either way, the interaction is currently in progress with less intensity.

Viktor Ivanov in March of this year came to the sanctions list issued by US in connection with a new round of tension in Ukraine. Then he and Authorized his office many times spoke on the issue of this prohibition.

So, the Federal drug control service said that the ban Chapter FDCS of entry into the United States " breaks long-term successful and fruitful cooperation in the fight against drugs ". He later Ivanov noted that he is ready to continue cooperation with the United States, Despite the punishment.


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