“We are optimistic about the possibility of building mutually beneficial partnerships,” says Kelin’s New Year greetings, published on the website of the diplomatic mission.
According to him, a period of political turbulence has ended for Britain.
The ambassador emphasized that the past 2019 was decisive for the United Kingdom.
He also noted an increase in trade between Russia and Britain.
“The United Kingdom, in turn, remains one of Europe’s largest sources of foreign direct investment for Russia,” Kelin added.
On December 13, State Duma deputy Konstantin Zatulin in an interview with Inforeactor assessed the prospects for relations between Russia and the UK after the victory of the Conservative Party led by British Prime Minister Boris Johnson in the parliamentary elections.