Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a video message to the BRICS Summit, which was formed by Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, held in Johannesburg, South Africa. “It is important that the meeting focuses on the aim of ensuring the post-pandemic recovery of the economies of the BRICS countries, improving the well-being of citizens, creating modern industry, efficient transport and logistics chains,” Putin said.
“THIS IS HARMFUL TO POOR COUNTRIES AT THE FIRST”
Referring to the damage done to the global economy by the economic sanctions imposed on Russia by Western countries, Putin said, “The imposition of illegitimate sanctions and the unlawful freezing of sovereign states’ assets have a negative impact on free trade and economic norms and rules of the international economy, which are thought to be unshakable. The direct result of this is shortage of raw materials, increasing unemployment and increasing other problems of the world. Prices for food, crops and crops are rising rapidly and hurting these poor countries in the first place. In these circumstances, it is important that the BRICS states strengthen interaction and bring concrete results to our joint work to ensure economic growth and sustainable development.” used the phrases.
“READY” MESSAGE
Referring to the Black Sea Grain Corridor Agreement, from which Russia withdrew, Putin said, “No condition of the so-called agreement (grain agreement) on the lifting of sanctions on Russia’s grain and fertilizer exports to world markets was implemented. Obligations to Russia were completely ignored. Moreover, they even blocked the free shipment of fertilizers in European ports. However, this was a humanitarian act against which no sanction should be applied. In view of these facts, we have refused to re-extend this so-called agreement since July 18, and Russia is ready to return to the Grain Agreement if the obligations to the Russian side are fulfilled in real terms.” said.
Putin also stated that there are plans for free grain shipments to poor African countries and that the negotiations on this have come to an end, expressing that Russia is in favor of closer cooperation for reliable and uninterrupted supply of food and energy resources.
Source: UAV