"All summits where states unite are of decisive importance."

The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres expressed his thoughts on the BRICS summit in Kazan.

"I had the opportunity to visit the Kazan Kremlin, it feels like a miracle. All summits where states come together are crucial, as they help solve global problems," — he said.

"I managed to hug two dictators in one day," - the Secretary-General added.

Previously, Ukraine had expressed its discontent with Guterres' visit to Kazan and had cancelled his visit to the country.