German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Shtaymayer believes that the EU should reduce Russia’s fears about a free trade zone between Ukraine and the EU. He made such a statement in his official letter on the 2nd of April to Jean-Claude Juncker, President of the European Commission, which fell at the disposal of Radio Free Europe.
The Minister says in the letter that it is necessary to resume interrupted tripartite negotiations between the UN, Ukraine and Russia, which can help to find the right solution to the problem.
In addition, Steinmeier recommends the European Commission to show as much flexibility as possible in the context of the agreement. He warns that "it’s impossible to achieve economic stability in Ukraine without the participation of Russia," which is why it is necessary to create a "pragmatic, political approach, without preconditions," RIA News reports
