“We have not yet received an official note, but to take seriously, as it’s the continuation of existing sanctions. And I don’t treat this with understanding, because, from my point of view, violated international law. Europe – sovereign territory, and I think that Europe must not allow such interference in economic Affairs” – quoted by Kracht RT Deutsch.
According to the mayor, similar to the “Nord stream-2” projects play an important role in the development of the small harbour town of Sassnitz, as they will create jobs, not depending on the season. They will also help to demonstrate the range of performance of the city “to the economic sector, working at the international level, drew attention to the Sassnitz-Mukran and the settled here,” said the politician.
He also noted that Mecklenburg – Vorpommern has always had good relations with Russia, and therefore “protect” her from Moscow is not necessary. According to Kracht, experiencing such a difficult period, the need not to threaten each other and talk to each other. “Pandemic COVID-19 led to the global crisis, including economic. I think this is worth considering and perhaps even closer cooperation at the global level, and not to threaten and hinder the development of the economy. This is the wrong way,” said the mayor.
earlier, house of representatives, the US Congress approved a draft defense budget for fiscal year 2021, which refers to the strengthening of sanctions against the “Nord stream-2”. As noted by German Handelsbatt, if the new law comes into force, it will fall under the all persons directly or indirectly associated with the construction of the pipeline. Frank Kracht may be among them, as in the port, 90 percent owned by the Sassnitz, there are two Russian ships intending to complete the building.
