FrançaisStatements made by the Ministry of Foreign and European Spokesperson (Paris, February 9, 2012)
Do you have any response to the LGBT bill in Russia?
We’re paying close attention to the bill aimed at restricting the freedom of sexual orientation being examined by the St. Petersburg Legislative Assembly.
In this context, France reaffirms that it is opposed to the criminalization of sexual orientation and the drawing of parallels between sexual orientation and pedophilia.
Together with our European partners, we want to remind the parliamentarians of the St. Petersburg Legislative Assembly of the anti-discrimination commitments made by Russia within the framework of the European Council.
What stage has been reached in the talks to establish a Syrian contact group?
Has the minister spoken with his Turkish counterpart following the desire expressed by Ankara to hold an international conference on Syria?
We support Turkey’s initiative which reflects the international community’s strong commitment to bringing an end to the crackdown in Syria.
Given the deadlock at the Security Council and in the face of the persecution that the Syrian population continues to suffer, especially in the city of Homs, it’s more important than ever to support the Arab League plan.
The Ministre d’Etat took the initiative of making contact with all of his counterparts, notably Mr. Davutoglu, in all countries seeking to bring an end to the crackdown in Syria and to implement all aspects of the Arab League plan.
