Georgia has been dealing extensively with Russia on the Abkhazia conflict, and has demanded not only that the Peace-Keeping force remain, but also that its mandate be broadened. It is our hope and our policy to promote the development of friendly, equitable and mutually advantageous relations between the independent states of the Caucasus and the Russian Federation as part of their relations with the wider world. It is our policy to consult closely with the Russians on all aspects of our efforts to resolve conflicts in the region, and to press Russia to play a constructive role in the search for peace. Mr. Chairman, that search will not be over tomorrow. In these conflicts all parties make maximalist demands, and in each conflict the parties are far apart.
Progress is slow.
It's worth the effort.