Euronews to have impartial coverage of Ukrainian events, Azarov hopes

Prime Minister of Ukraine Mykola Azarov has congratulated the Euronews international channel on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of its broadcast, the Cabinet’s press service informs.

"On behalf of the Government, I sincerely congratulate the Euronews international channel on the 20th anniversary of the broadcast. During these years, the channel has become stronger, expanding its audience. The channel has become one of the most popular international media due to the high professional skills of its staff," he said.

Azarov also noted the attention of the Euronews channel paid to the events taking place in Ukraine, and the start of its broadcasting in Ukrainian.

"We appreciate the fundamental principles of democracy - freedom of speech and the independence of the media, we are open to dialogue and look forward to the objectivity of the representatives of the world's leading news channel," Ukrainian PM said.

"I believe that innovative ideas, approaches and strategies, implemented by your channel, will further increase in its popularity. Hundreds of millions viewers will receive full and impartial information about world events. I wish you creative inspiration, kindness and happiness," Azarov’s congratulatory message says.