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Dmitry Medvedev had a telephone conversation with President of Ukraine Viktor Yushchenko

May 29, 2008

During the conversation the Russian head of state gave a fundamental assessment of various steps taken by the Ukrainian side that have directly affected the interests of the Russian Federation.

In particular, he emphasised the need for Russian-Ukrainian relations to be guided by principles of partnership and the importance of not taking unilateral decisions or committing actions that run counter to earlier treaty obligations and agreements.

The heads of state agreed to continue discussions on topical issues of Russian-Ukrainian cooperation during Viktor Yushchenko's visit to the St Petersburg Economic Forum.

The conversation was initiated by the Russian side.

May 29, 2008