Moscow (TDI): Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed a ceremony for presenting letters of credence by newly appointed foreign ambassadors to outline Moscow’s vision for global stability, international cooperation and security, warning against unilateral actions and what he described as the erosion of international law.
Speaking at the Kremlin, Putin stressed that international cooperation remains the cornerstone of humanity’s sustainable development and prosperity.
In an increasingly interconnected world, he said, global stability and security depend directly on states’ ability to engage constructively with one another. Open and honest partnerships, he added, are essential for addressing shared global challenges.
The Russian leader emphasized that peace is not automatic but must be built through sustained effort and responsible decision-making.
He described the current international environment as deteriorating, marked by the escalation of long-standing conflicts and the emergence of new flashpoints of tension. According to Putin, diplomacy and compromise are increasingly being replaced by “unilateral and dangerous actions.”
Without naming specific countries, Putin criticized what he portrayed as a “might-makes-right” approach in international relations, where some states seek to impose their will, lecture others on how they should live, and issue orders instead of engaging in dialogue.
He said such behavior has led to violations of sovereignty, chaos and lawlessness in dozens of countries that lack the resources to defend themselves.
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Putin argued that a solution lies in reinforcing respect for international law and fostering the emergence of a fair, multipolar world order.
He reaffirmed Russia’s commitment to what he described as the ideals of multipolarity, stating that Moscow would continue to pursue a balanced and constructive foreign policy that reflects both national interests and broader global trends.
The president also underscored Russia’s support for strengthening the central role of the United Nations in global affairs, noting the organization’s recent anniversary.
He reiterated that security must be comprehensive, equal and indivisible, and should not be ensured at the expense of others — a principle, he said, enshrined in key international legal instruments.
Putin warned that ignoring this principle has consistently led to negative outcomes, pointing to the crisis in Ukraine as an example.
He described the conflict as the result of years of disregarding Russia’s interests and of policies that, in Moscow’s view, created security threats, including NATO’s eastward expansion despite earlier assurances.
Concluding his remarks, Putin said Russia remains open to building equal and constructive relations with all international partners, emphasizing cooperation in the interest of global prosperity, well-being and development.
