Representatives of the Russian Federation block all documents condemning its armed aggression against Ukraine.
Effective and fruitful work of the G20 is not possible in the presence of the Russian Federation, said Canadian Finance Minister Christie Freeland. During the week, the IMF and the World Bank are holding protests during the speech of Russian representatives, according to Reuters.
Whenever Russian officials take the floor, the United States, Canada, Britain and Western partners demonstratively leave the boardroom or turn off video communications. The G20 also failed to reconcile the traditional communiqué with the statement of economic policy goals, as Russia is constantly blocking all harsh statements condemning its invasion of Ukraine.
“The G20 can not work effectively with Russia at the negotiating table, “said Canadian Finance Minister Christia Freeland at a news conference with Ukrainian Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko in Washington.
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According to her, Russia should not be among those who united to support global economic prosperity, as its aggressive policies and direct military invasion violated all international rules.
in war crimes in Ukraine, as well as China, India, Indonesia and South Africa, which have not joined the sanctions.
Uncoordinated G20 positions could lead to the disruption of other summits IMF and World Bank. In the long run, this may affect the policy of the G20 countries, as they will begin to build it without taking into account the positions of other countries.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denis Shmygal will meet with the IMF in Washington.
