19 Nov 2014 13:46

Russia ready for interaction with U.S. based on mutual respect, equitability principles - Putin

MOSCOW. Nov 19 (Interfax) - Moscow is ready to work together with the United States in various areas of cooperation based on principles of equitability, says Russian President Vladimir Putin.

"We are ready for practical interaction with our American partners in very different areas based on the principles of mutual respect of each other's interests, equitability, and non-interference in internal affairs," Putin said while accepting credentials from foreign ambassadors.

Moscow presumes that "Russia and the U.S. bear special responsibility for maintaining international security and stability and opposing global challenges and threats," he said.