From the events in Ukraine it is necessary to create the correct conclusions and begin substantive work on the formation of a common economic and humanitarian space from Lisbon to Vladivostok, said the head of the Ministry of foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergei Lavrov, speaking at a General meeting of the Collegium of the Ministry of foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation and Belarus.

"we will also be discussing on our today's meeting, the issue of pairing integration processes in the European Union. It is Clear to us that the events in Ukraine it is necessary to create the right conclusion and to finally start substantive work on the formation of a common economic and humanitarian space from Lisbon to Vladivostok based on the principles of equal and indivisible security and broad cooperation. While such a large-scale strategic project could be ensured the progressive development of all countries of our continent, " he said.

A few years ago, the Russian leadership expressed the desire to make a common economic space with the United Europe from Lisbon to Vladivostok. This initiative had the support of many European leaders.

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