Gerhard Schroeder pointed out that Europe needs "democratic development and territorial integrity of Ukraine". So does Russia because Russia is linked to Ukraine through history, culture and language more than any other European country.
"I am optimistic about the European perspective of Ukraine. Actually, I have no doubt about it" - said Victor Yuschenko during his welcome word on the ceremony of official opening of 4th annual YES meeting.
Federal Chancellor of Germany (in office October 27, 1998 - November 22, 2005) has arrived to Kyiv today to participate in the 4th annual meeting of Yalta European Strategy (YES)
The Prime Minister of Slovenia Republic, Janez Jan?a, says that Slovenia is willing to provide a multi-purpose support to Ukraine in order to facilitate its joining to the European Union.