Russia and EU discuss results of OSCE Summit in Astana

The EU head noted that within discussion of results of the OSCE Summit in Astana, in which Russia's Dmitry Medvedev, President of the European Council Herman Van Rompuy and President of the European Commission José Manuel Barroso took part, the European side confirmed again its position that it is necessary to work together to combat threats of stability and security.

"We still face unresolved protracted conflicts which remain a threat to stability and security of both the European Union and Russia. The EU actively participates in ensuring long-lasting and peaceful settlement of these conflicts", Herman Van Rompuy said.

The EU representative gave three specific examples in this sphere.

Firstly, the EU made specific proposals on an early resumption of formal negotiations on the Transnistrian conflict settlement.

Secondly, Brussels emphasized significance of the principles of peaceful settlement proposed by the OSCE Minsk Group as the best variant for an agreement achievement on the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.

Thirdly, the EU welcomed personal efforts of the Russian President on tension reduction and decision making on the Russian-Georgian conflict.

"We called for restoring the meaningful OSCE presence in Georgia and activation of efforts on achievement of agreements between both sides on security situation and humanitarian and human rights issues, consistent with the 2008 cease-fire agreement, and with full respect for territorial integrity and sovereignty of Georgia", the President said.