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David Cameron is Very, Very Upset About Georgia

Source: http://www.robertamsterdam.com/2008/08/david_cameron_is_very_very_ups.htm
Posted on Sunday, August 17th, 2008 | In Emerging Markets, Market Commentary, Russia
Contributed by: Robert Amsterdam (http://www.robertamsterdam.com/) -

And he wants you to know about it. From his op/ed in the Sunday Times:

First, speaking up clearly and bluntly about what has happened. This is not a time for diplomatic opaqueness. It is a time to distinguish unambiguously between right and wrong. It is a time for democracies to stand together. It is a time for members of our parliament – the seat of one of the world’s oldest democracies – to speak up for one of the world’s newest. Today, in Georgia’s hour of need, this instinct unites government and opposition.

Second, we need urgent diplomatic efforts, in which Britain must play a leading role. Russian forces must leave Georgia right away as they are required to do under the ceasefire agreement both sides have signed.

Third, Russia must pay a price.

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About Robert Amsterdam (http://www.robertamsterdam.com/)
Robert Amsterdam is a lawyer and an advocate for rule of law. His blog was created to express views which may stimulate debate and discussion on topics of international interest. Robert believes that we live in a world of unchallenged impunity, and he views his blog as merely a small attempt to shine a light on issues he views as important in countries with which he is engaged. He make no apologies or pretense of objectivity - he is merely stating his opinions.

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