BRICS countries to continue efforts to end Russia-Ukraine conflict: Ramaphosa

JOHANNESBURG:BRICS countries will continue to be supportive of bringing the Russia-Ukraine conflict to an end through dialogue, mediation and negotiation, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Wednesday at the open plenary session of the 15th BRICS Summit in Johannesburg.

“We are deeply concerned about conflicts across the world that continue to cause great suffering and hardship,” Ramaphosa said. “As South Africa, our position remains that diplomacy, dialogue, negotiation and adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter are necessary for the peaceful and just resolution of conflicts,” he said.

The South African President also thanked the member nations for working towards bringing a peaceful end to the conflict. “BRICS has proven itself to be a credible entity that stands in solidarity and seeks to promote a more equitable global system. We thank you also for the efforts that are being made by a number of BRICS countries to bring about a peaceful end to the conflict between Ukraine and Russia,” Ramaphosa said. He added, “We agree that...the end these types of conflicts are best brought to an end by negotiations…BRICS members will continue to be supportive of the various efforts to bring this conflict to an end through dialogue, mediation and negotiation.” ANI

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