Russian ambassador: Don’t blame us for food, fuel price crisis
Friday, July 15, 2022 | 3300 Views |
Hitting back: Kemarskiy in his interview with Mmegi this week PIC: THALEFANG CHARLES
Mmegi: Has Russia had any engagement with the Government of Botswana since the operation in Ukraine began, and what has been the response of Government?
Kemarskiy: Russia has enjoyed excellent relations with Botswana since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1970. Like most countries in the world, Botswana does not support illegal sanctions imposed by the United States and its satellites against Russia. Those who have felt the effects of Western colonialism and racism, Botswana including, have not joined anti-Russia restrictions.
Acting Agriculture Minister, Edwin Dikoloti, is right in saying opening an export-ready facility whilst Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) is still spreading would risk getting the whole country blacklisted before a single carcass leaves the door.A ban like that would break the already stressed nation. So, the postponement, painful as it is, is the right thing to do. The local economy is being squeezed from both ends. FMD has already slammed the door...