Russia hopes that the meeting in the format “3 + 3” (Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia – Russia, Turkey, Iran) in Transcaucasus is a “short perspective”. This was stated by TASS Deputy Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Andrei Rudenko.
“While studying these questions, you need to get the consent of all participants. When it is achieved, we will declare where it will take place. We hope that this is a misfortune issue,” said Rudenko, answering the relevant question.
Deputy Foreign Ministry of the Russian Federation noted that the place for Georgia in the format “3 + 3” with the participation of the three republics of Transcaucasia and Russia, Iran and Turkey will be maintained until Tbilisi expresses readiness to take part in such discussions: “We are completely Open for the participation of Georgians in this process. Therefore, if such a meeting takes place, and there will be such plans to meet in one of the capitals of these six states. If Georgia does not confirm the willingness to arrive, the chair will remain for Georgia vacant. Just will be calm. When Georgia will find it necessary When she matures for this, it will be the same full participant in the process. “
The Russian diplomat pointed out that the initiative to create this format belongs to the leaders of Turkey and Azerbaijan. He explained that Moscow supported this initiative, as she considered her promising.