February** Dynamic Incentive Program Putin's right-hand man is none other than Lavrov. As the chief of Russia, he has created miracles many times in difficult situations and firmly defended Russia's interests. Its unique Soviet-style diplomacy has allowed Russia to extricate itself from its predicament, and its prestige even surpasses Putin's.
After 16 years as a foreign minister, Lavrov has won Putin's trust and has become the hope of the Russian people.
Lavrov is a unique Russian diplomat, and his personality and style are evident in the diplomatic experience of the United States. As ambassador to Russia, he worked at the UN for almost two decades and lived in the United States for just as long.
One day in 1997, Lavrov was on his way to the United Nations when his car was stopped by police in New York. However, this did not cause him to panic, on the contrary, he got out of the car and explained his identity and itinerary to the police.
If it were an ordinary policeman, having learned about Lavrov's identity, he should have immediately taken care of the matter and made way for him, since their actions could have an impact on relations between the two powers.
This is Lavrov, who faced the adversity with calmness and reason, exemplifying his unique diplomatic style.
A network ** is surprising, the American police not only did not let them go, but also blocked their roads, and even arrogantly said: "In the United States, no one can stop me from enforcing the law, not even the Russian ambassador!" ”
The police also took Lavrov's car keys to show off. If Lavrov wants to enter the United Nations, he must first solve this problem, but this will undoubtedly delay his work and bother anyone.
However, Lavrov did not seem to be angry, he did not argue with the police, because he considered such a quarrel pointless, so he referred the issue to the United States**, and seriously stated that it had a serious impact on his work at the United Nations, demanding an explanation from the United States**.
Only half a month later, the United States apologized for the incident and punished the policeman who did not know the height of the sky. Although this matter is small, it is extremely insulting in any country, but Lavrov's choice to let the United States deal with this issue not only puts pressure on the United States, but also maintains Russia's image in the international community.
Lavrov's decisiveness and unique style of doing things have attracted much attention, and his extremely "aggressive" diplomatic style has been hailed as "Russian characteristics". This style of his may have originated from his experiences in his youth.
Lavrov was born into a family of intellectuals, and his parents held important positions in **, which allowed him to be exposed to the influence of his ears and eyes in his daily life. Compared to his peers, he appears to be more mature, taciturn, unsmiling, but decisive in action.
For the sake of precocious rationality, Lavrov's favorites were English and physics. The former improved his language skills, while the latter exercised his logical thinking.
In addition to maintaining regular grades in other subjects, he spends almost all of his time in these two subjects. As he grew older, he realized that he should put some effort into other subjects, so he studied Sinhala again.
This obscure language is a nightmare for most students, but Lavrov showed great linguistic talent and quickly mastered all the languages he learned. This learning experience not only shaped his taciturn personality, but also laid a solid foundation for him to become a diplomat in the future.
After graduating from university in 1972, Lavrov officially stepped into the field as General Counsel and Interpreter at the Embassy of Sri Lanka. During this time, he not only worked as a translator, but also as a secretary and assistant, and quickly accumulated rich experience in the workplace.
After four years in the Sri Lankan embassy, Lavrov was transferred back to *** job. His hard work and outstanding performance have made him shine brightly in the field of diplomacy.
While Lavrov was busy with love, Sri Lanka, etc., Yeltsin was attracted to this serious young man.
1.Yeltsin saw Lavrov's youthful and mature demeanor and had a hunch that he would make great achievements in the field of diplomacy in the future. Despite the fact that Yeltsin at this time had not yet become a Russian **, he had high hopes for Lavrov.
2.Lavrov's talent was evident when he first joined the United Nations in 1981, just nine years after graduating from university. Working at the United Nations is not an easy task, requiring caution in the United States and dealing with diplomats from several countries, many of whom consider tactfulness to be a basic principle, but Lavrov sees a very different style in him.
3.It may be that his youth experiences influenced him, Lavrov is not smiling, his speech is as sharp as a debate, and he is unique. Unlike Western diplomats, Lavrov looks grim every time he appears, as if he has just quarreled with someone.
He was a Soviet diplomat who was ruthless and to the point in his speeches, and his serious expression and resolute attitude in defending the interests of the Soviet Union made him one of the most difficult diplomats.
His language is like a gun, and every sentence can become a bullet that fires out, which is also his unique style. But he was not only tough but also full of wisdom, which gave him a foothold in the United Nations.
In 1988, he was transferred back to Moscow after his work at the United Nations, where he became an experienced and well-respected diplomat. Every time he spoke out, he fought for Russia's rights, and after returning home, he was warmly welcomed by the Soviet people and became a nationally known diplomat.
Although back in Moscow, his diplomatic work at the United Nations did not end.
After the collapse of the Soviet Union, Yeltsin became the first Russian one. The following year, Lavrov was appointed deputy to Lev, who was responsible for cooperation and contacts between Russia and international organizations.
Although only a deputy to the foreign minister, Lavrov, with his many years of experience in the UN, mastered Russian foreign affairs faster than others. Because of his strong diplomatic skills, in 1994 Yeltsin personally selected him to go to the United Nations again as Russia's permanent representative to the United Nations.
At that time, Russia was in a state of disintegration and reorganization, and domestic affairs needed to start from scratch. However, Yeltsin's decision to leave all the foreign affairs of the United Nations to Lavrov is enough proof of his trust in Lavrov's ability.
This time back at the United Nations, Lavrov's work is even busier, as his country, Russia, is experiencing a transition of power between Yeltsin and Putin, and the dispute in the international community is escalating.
In order to maintain stability in Russia in this chaotic situation, Lavrov had to devote more energy.
Lavrov, Russia's diplomatic tough guy, has always adhered to the principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries and made unremitting efforts to protect Russia's interests. With his extensive experience, he has always been able to defuse the challenges posed to Russia by Western countries at critical moments.
He and his wife have made a great contribution to the cause of Russian diplomacy on the stage of the United Nations, and their steadfastness and sharp language are well known at the United Nations and in Russia.
Even after the ban on smoking enacted by UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, Lavrov insisted on his smoking habits, bluntly saying that it was disrespectful to the UN diplomatic community.
Annan was unable to refute his accusations. Since then, Lavrov has even ignored this rule, arguing that the Secretary-General is merely a manager and is not qualified to instruct the ambassadors of the United Nations.
Lavrov's unique diplomatic style helped a stormy Russia gain a foothold at the United Nations, and until he left office, Russia's proposals reached unprecedented heights at the United Nations.
All this is due to his superb diplomatic wisdom, he has always been a firm voice for Russia and fought for its interests, so he is highly respected throughout Russia. His domestic approval rating even surpasses Putin's.
Although Lavrov returned to Russia in 2003, he has been active in the international community and has worked hard to defend Russia's interests. In the 2008 Russo-Georgian War, he fought alone on the diplomatic battlefield to protect Russia's interests.
When the Syrian civil war broke out in 2011, Lavrov mercilessly exposed at the meeting what Western countries were doing, revealing their machinations and the real reasons for the war in Syria.
Lavrov's statements frightened those Western countries that are trying to stir up the situation, after all, they have not met such a formidable opponent and such a convincing statement for a long time.
The foreign minister not only succeeded in defending Russia's interests, but also bought Syria valuable time. His tenacious personality and resolute attitude towards safeguarding national interests have made Putin praise of him.
They are highly aligned in their foreign policy, and both put the interests of the country above the individual. Thus, with Putin's support, Lavrov became the first foreign minister in the history of the Russian Federation to be re-elected three times, unprecedented in the history of the USSR and Russia.
Under the leadership of Lavrov and Putin, Russia has re-embarked on a stable path of development.