Biden voices concern over Ukraine elections
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden has expressed U.S. concern over
Ukraine's recent elections to Ukrainian President Viktor
Yanukovych, Radio Liberty reported.
Ukraine's opposition and the West say the October 28 parliamentary
poll -- won by Yanukovych's party -- was marred by
irregularities.
Biden expressed Washington's interest in "enhancing its
relationship" with Kyiv, according to the White House.
But Biden "voiced concerns over Ukraine's recent parliamentary
elections and asked President Yanukovych to ensure the process is
completed in a fair and transparent manner," according to a White
House statement.
Biden also urged Ukraine to live up to its democratic commitments
and end selective prosecutions.
One of Yanukovych's rival, Yulia Tymoshenko, whom he beat in 2010
presidential elections, is serving a seven-year sentence for abuse
of office in a case her supporters and the West suspect was
politically motivated.
Tymoshenko is now facing another trial for tax evasion and
embezzlement.
Biden spoke to Yanukovych by phone to thank the Ukrainian leader
for his congratulatory message following Barack Obama's reelection
as U.S. president.
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