It is easier to face challenges together – results of the 25 years of CIS activities

In late 1991, the Belavezha Accords was signed bringing the USSR to a demise. It was a difficult period of geopolitical change, and at that time 25 years ago a decision was made to form the Commonwealth of Independent States and sign the Alma-Ata Declaration. Since its establishment, the Commonwealth has contributed to the development of equitable political dialogue and building of a new mechanism of trade and economic cooperation, humanitarian partnership and security cooperation.

Over the years the Commonwealth has evolved into a unique, universal and unparalleled organization. The inherent principles of the CIS predetermined its relevance and the constructive role in the system of international relations.

To learn how the Commonwealth of Independent States operates today, see the special report by MIR24.