As we know, one of the most important problems to be discussed as part of this dialogue is conditions in the neighbouring countries which lie between the European Union and Russia, and, as our resolution states very clearly, it is a matter of regret that this point – covered in paragraph 21 of our resolution – has not been taken up by the Commission. ###>Monsieur le Président, Mesdames et Messieurs, les pays qui ont la chance d’ être indépendants ont tendance à oublier le sort de ceux qui ne le sont pas.