Speaking at the conclusion of the April 28-29 BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov expressed guarded optimism about developments on the U.S.-Russia front. “There is hope that the promising trajectory of Russia-U.S. dialogue will become reality. I anticipate a solid confirmation of the reciprocal interest between Moscow and Washington in the near term. Whether we can translate this mutual interest into tangible outcomes is to be seen imminently,” Lavrov told reporters on April 29.
Lavrov was also asked if the other BRICS members had been following the development of the U.S.-Russia talks. “Certainly, it is imperative that all parties have a clear understanding of the evolving dynamics between Moscow and Washington,” he answered, and “we keep our partners informed regularly, after nearly every interaction between Russia and U.S. representatives.… This is not a case where we have to keep it strictly confidential.
“We advocate for an honest and equal dialogue aimed at building a balance of interests. The United States has reciprocated with similar signals. Russia and the U.S. are working together across multiple domains. In fact, they continue to cooperate literally as we speak. The positive side of these developments is widely recognized.”
