February 7, 2008 - 13:57 AMT
EU speaks out for dialogue with CSTO
The European Union speaks out for dialogue with the CSTO for ensuring security in the region," EU special representative for Central Asia Pierre Morel said at a meeting with CSTO Secretary General Nikolay Bordyuzha.

The talks focused on combating terrorism, extremism, trafficking in people, illegal weapon and drug traffic.

"It was decided to brisk up contacts with regional organizations functioning in Central Asia," Mr Morel said.

The parties agreed to join efforts to ensure stability and security in the region," said a statement issued by the CSTO Secretariat press office.

The Organization brings together Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.