Valentina Matviyenko quotes

St. Petersburg is a gem of world culture and Russia's most European city. (Valentina Matviyenko)
I do not believe in populism. I am not a supporter of radical decisions. Practice has shown that usually these are harmful. View quote
Valentina Matviyenko
Everyone in my country understands that Russia cannot do without Europe and that, vice versa, Europe cannot do without Russia. We depend on cooperation. View quote
Valentina Matviyenko
The mentality of the Russian demands a lord, a czar, a president. View quote
Valentina Matviyenko
Of course the United States and Russia have different interests. Nevertheless, both are strategic partners. View quote
Valentina Matviyenko