EU wants Russia’s modernization

19 Nov, 2009 00:11 / Updated 14 years ago

Europe is interested in the modernization and democratization of Russia, says Swedish Foreign Minister Carl Bildt.

Speaking to RT, he noted, though, that President Medvedev’s statements in this respect still “need to be translated into actions.”

Answering RT’s questions, the Swedish Foreign Minister has also commented on the changes in the EU governing system and explained the reasons behind them.

What difference do they make for the Europeans? What effect will it have on dealing with Russia? Watch the interview to learn this and more.