The upcoming meeting of US President Joe Biden with Russian President Vladimir Putin is needed to protect US interests and understand Russia’s plans and intentions. This was announced during a briefing by White House spokeswoman Karin Jean-Pierre.
Kyiv. Ukraine. Ukraine Gate – June 02, 2021 – Diplomatic Affairs
“President Biden meets with Vladimir Putin because of differences between our countries, not against them. We need to work hard. President Biden is the most effective communicator of American values and priorities, and direct communication with President Putin is the most effective way to understand what Russia plans and intends. to do “, – Karin Jean-Pierre explained.
The White House spokeswoman also noted that it was important for Biden to meet with Putin “face to face” to “try to resolve differences and identify areas where we can make progress.”
According to her, the United States does not consider this meeting with the President of Russia as a “reward”. “We see it as a vital part of protecting America’s interests,” added Karin Jean-Pierre.
On May 25, the Kremlin and the White House made an official announcement of the June 16 summit of US President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Geneva. The meeting can take place at the InterContinental Hotel in Geneva.
Biden wants to talk to Putin about human rights abuses.
On April 13, during a telephone conversation, Biden first offered Putin a Russian-American summit in “third countries.” In the first half of June, the American leader is scheduled to make his first foreign trip as head of state, he will visit Britain and Belgium.
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