The social partners of the Council for Social Dialogue are indignant at the unauthorised and scandalous act of Russian aggression against Ukraine. Military interference in the territorial integrity of another state and the pursuit of a policy of conquest are behaviours outside the framework of the modern international order that deserve condemnation. Russia's actions require a firm and courageous response from the international community. We call for the necessary measures to be taken to halt Russia's aggression and bring the crisis to a swift and peaceful end.

At the same time, we express our deep solidarity with the Ukrainian people. We call for cooperation in support of Ukraine and its people, including by strengthening trade and investment ties. In the face of military aggression, it is the shared responsibility of the international community to take the necessary measures to help Ukraine through this difficult time. We call for political, economic and financial cooperation that will result in support for our eastern neighbour. Ukraine deserves and expects help.

The RDS, as an institution representing the most important organisations of civil society - employers' and workers' organisations condemning the violation of international order and the aggression of the Russian Federation towards Ukraine, appeal for dialogue and the restoration of peace in international relations.