At his joint press conference with President of Russia Dmitry
Medvedev, President Viktor Yanukovych was asked by journalists whether
something (for example, his opponents’ protests) could prevent the
restoration of relations with Russia and affect their development.
"I am sure that today the Ukrainian people understand clearly where we
were last five years," said the President, noting that today any
Ukrainian would hardly agree to return to that time, presidential press office reported.
Instead,
he expressed confidence that the number of supporters of stability in
the country increases. "Today, in every region of Ukraine understanding
of stability became crucial, because stability is a factor of improving
the economy and people's lives. We must be effective not only in
domestic policy. Authorities must win people’s confidence that can be
achieved only by solving various problems related with life of the state
and by providing decent life for its citizens. And they cannot be
solved without economy," said Viktor Yanukovych.
"Has ever
politics of confrontation in international relations been effective? I
do not know such a country that would defend its national interests
through confrontation. Our policy will be always dominated by principled
stand in defending national interests. We will always adhere to this
principle. It will be the basis," concluded the President.
