Russia: Lavrov pledges continued support to Caracas

W/S Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez entering press conference, Moscow
SOT, Sergei Lavrov, Russian Foreign Minister (Russian): “We have always been and will be committed to these principles, we will always be in solidarity with you to uphold the right of every nation to choose their own development paths, and we categorically oppose any illegitimate unilateral methods of blackmail and pressure."
W/S Rodriguez and Lavrov *CUTAWAY*
SOT, Delcy Rodriguez Venezuelan Vice President (Spanish): “The exchange between Russia and Venezuela is happening more often and in larger volume. I had the opportunity to assess with the chairman of the high-level commission, [Deputy Russian Prime Minister Yury] Borisov, how our affairs are progressing within the framework of this commission. And I see that we have made serious progress in all areas.”
W/S Lavrov and Rodriguez leaving press conference
SCRIPT
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov sat down for bilateral talks with his Venezuelan counterpart Delcy Rodriguez in Moscow on Wednesday.
Lavrov pledged Moscow's support to Caracas and said that Russia stands with Venezuela in countering external pressure.
Rodriguez on her turn praised the cooperation between the two countries and said there is "serious progress in all areas".
Rodriquez previously visited Russia in March. On Monday, the Venezuelan diplomat discussed economic issues with Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov.