ASSESSMENTS

Russian Foreign Policy Evolving Toward NATO?

Apr 6, 2004 | 23:46 GMT

Summary

During a visit by Russian Defense Minister Sergei Ivanov to NATO facilities in Norfolk, Va., there were a number of indications regarding the future of NATO/Russian relations. Very little negative Russian comment was heard regarding NATO's recent eastward expansion, and Russia made serious efforts to formally increase cooperation between the former Cold War foes. Russia also indicated that it would not press the United Nations to allow a Russian peacekeeping force into Kosovo. These are all indicators of a Russian foreign policy that is evolving toward increased international cooperation.

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