EU High Representative for
Foreign Affairs Josep Borrell has said he hopes the new Italian
government will stick to the policy of Premier Mario Draghi's
outgoing administration and continue to staunchly support
Ukraine and measures against Russia after it invaded its
neighbour.
"I hope the new Italian government maintains the same position
as the previous one in relation to issues of security and
support of Ukraine," Borrell told ANSA in an interview.
"It's very important that this happens.
"It's not my job to deal with the internal political dynamics of
the member States, but it's clear that these dynamics have an
impact on our foreign stance.
"The European Union's foreign policy depends on our internal
cohesion and our unity".
Brothers of Italy (FdI) leader Giorgia Meloni, who looks set to
become Italy's next premier after her right-wing party
spearheaded her coalition to victory in last month's general
election, has repeatedly said the new government will not break
ranks with the rest of the West over Ukraine.
Borrell also spoke about the European Commission's
recommendation that Bosnia and Herzegovina be granted candidate
status by the European Council, paving the way for EU accession
negotiations.
"Opening up to Bosnia and Herzegovina is a strategic
decision,"Borrell said.
"The new situation highlights the importance of enlarging the EU
so that it takes on a new geopolitical significance, with major
implications for the region".
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