§ 32. Helen JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what steps he is taking to foster good relations with Russia. [15456]
§ Peter HainEncouraging Russia's transformation into a reliable and predictable economic and political partner is a key UK foreign policy priority. Recent efforts to develop our relations have included visits to Moscow by my right hon. Friends the Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Secretary and Defence Secretary. My right hon. Friend the Prime Minister is in regular contact with President Putin.
We strongly welcome Russia's support for the fight against international terrorism. We believe we have an opportunity to reassess relations with Russia and to find new ways of working together. My right hon. Friend the Prime Minister has written to Lord Robertson and NATO leaders with ideas for a new partnership between Russia and NATO. We are also considering how to develop EU-Russia links.