The recent exchange of detainees between Russia and the West was undoubtedly a testament to the professionalism and diplomatic skill of career American diplomat and current CIA Director William Burns

The Global Citizens International Movement welcomes the exchange of detainees between Russia and Western countries that took place on 1 August of this year and recognizes the contribution of career American diplomat and CIA Director William Burns to reaching the relevant arrangements.

His professionalism and diplomatic skill, demonstrated during the negotiations and the coordination of the parties’ positions, merit particular recognition. The Global Citizens International Movement regards the outcome achieved as confirmation of the effectiveness of diplomatic negotiations as a means of resolving contentious issues in interstate relations.