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27
January
2022

Biden to discuss efforts to deter Russian aggression against Ukraine with Scholz in Feb – White House

WASHINGTON. Jan 27 (Interfax) – U.S. President Joe Biden plans to discuss with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz during his February visit to Washington the situation regarding Russia’s actions on the border with Ukraine, the White House reports.

“The leaders will discuss their shared commitment to both ongoing diplomacy and joint efforts to deter further Russian aggression against Ukraine,” the statement said.

“They will also discuss the importance of continued close cooperation on a range of common challenges, including ending the COVID-19 pandemic, addressing the threat of climate change, and promoting economic prosperity and international security based on our shared democratic values,” the report says.

As reported, Scholz will meet with Biden in the United States on February 7.