“If we consider that an outstanding achievement is the steps aimed at breaking all kinds of ties between the two countries and peoples, then indeed, these people have taken a step forward in this direction. But there is a historical and today's practical interest of our two peoples. Objectively, this interest is in the fact that Ukrainians and Russians form their future together, ”said the deputy.
According to Novikov, the choice in favor of cooperation "would make two nations much stronger."
“In the conditions of a powerful global crisis, which has all the chances to intensify, the preservation of the former integration ties and their development would be the best antidote. This would serve the interests and development of our peoples, ”he said.
Earlier, Poroshenko’s block called the breach of the friendship treaty an outstanding achievement of the Verkhovna Rada.