Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair urged Ukraine to first of all listen to the United States on security issues. He said this at an international online conversation, reports Interfax-Ukraine .
“I think it is important for a country like Ukraine to realize that your main security relationship will be with America and your American allies. This does not mean that you cannot cooperate and trade with China, but probably , in the future you will have to do it prudently, “the agency quotes the words of a politician.
Blair recalled that the final goal of the Ukrainian state is to join NATO bloc , and in recent years it has moved towards this goal. Before any radical steps, he stressed, Ukraine needs to consult with the United States.
December 8 it was reported that arms sales to Ukraine from the United States began in 2020 year higher than ever. Washington sold weapons to Kiev for a record $ 510.5 million.