The message reads, in part:
“Since its inception, the St Petersburg International Legal Forum has strengthened its positions, emerging as an authoritative platform for professional expert discussions on a wide range of legal matters.
I believe that the topic of this year’s forum, Sovereignty in Law, is a relevant and timely choice. Today, illegitimate sanctions, the fact that the principles of the equality of states and non-interference in their internal affair are ignored, termination of strategic stability treaties greatly undermine international law and degrade its very foundations.
Russia has always upheld its unwavering commitment to promoting mutually beneficial partnerships on political and security matters, in the economy, research, culture and sports. We are certain that the rule of law and respect for national sovereignty provide a solid foundation for the emerging multipolar world order that is more democratic and just.”