Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Ursula von der Leyen discussed in detail the support for Ukraine’s energy sector, including necessary resources and strengthening the protection of critical infrastructure.
Addressing Security Council members, with several Ministers and ambassadors in attendance, the Secretary-General reminded them of the United Nations principle of the sovereign equality of all its Members. He stated that as per the UN Charter, international disputes shall be settled by peaceful means, and that all States shall refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any other State.
The truth is we – myself included – spent years trying to build a new relationship with Moscow after the end of the Cold War. We did that because we profoundly believe that a secure, stable Russia, at peace with its neighbours, is in our interests and the world’s. It is a tragedy that Putin prefers to hark back to the ninth century to justify aggression, rather than taking up
When Putin launched his illegal invasion two years ago, the free world was united in its response. We stood together behind Ukraine. And on this grim anniversary, we must renew our determination. I was in Kyiv just a few weeks ago and I met wounded Ukrainian soldiers. Each harrowing story was a reminder of Ukraine’s courage in the face of terrible suffering.
The Ministry of the Interior coordinates the provision of material emergency assistance to Ukraine through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. The range of assistance provided is broad and covers practically everything other than military equipment. Finland has already sent nearly 300 truckloads of material assistance to Ukraine, including large amounts of assistance for the energy sector, healthcare and rescue services.
On 12 July 2023, during the NATO summit in Vilnius, the Netherlands announced that it would seek to make bilateral security arrangements with Ukraine, following the example of the G7 countries. The Netherlands and Ukraine subsequently entered into talks to work out the details of these arrangements. The security agreement includes arrangements on military support in the medium and longer term, cooperation involving the defence industry, improving Ukraine’s resilience –
We will continue to address Ukraine’s pressing military and defence needs, including deliveries of urgently needed ammunition and missiles. We have taken unprecedented actions at the EU level to ramp up European defence industry production, and we will continue to increase the capacity, which will allow us to step up our military support and cooperation with Ukraine while simultaneously strengthening our defence readiness and European sovereignty. We are also working
The first topic we will discuss is, of course, the unwavering support for Ukraine. And here, I must commend you for the fact that last week you announced a package of military support for Ukraine from Sweden worth EUR 710 million. From the very beginning on, you have been a staunch supporter of Ukraine, and thank you for that. We will also discuss the topic of defence. European citizens want
On 1 February 2024, European leaders agreed to commit up to $54 billion for a new Ukraine facility to support Ukraine’s recovery, reconstruction and modernization, as well as its efforts to carry out reforms as part of its accession path to the EU, until 2027. This will bring the EU’s commitments to date to over $150 billion. Discussions are also underway about continued EU military support for Ukraine and bilateral
The Swedish Government presented its 15th and largest military support package to Ukraine since Russia’s full-scale invasion began on 24 February 2022. Package 15 amounts to SEK 7.1 billion in current prices. It comprises a maritime initiative that includes Combat Boat 90s, small and fast motorboats (G-boats) and underwater weapons. The package also includes artillery ammunition, an anti-aircraft system, light anti-tank weapons, recoilless rifles, hand grenades, medical equipment, medical transport
The Government is continuing the scheme of temporary collective protection for displaced people from Ukraine, and people who have had such a permit for two years can now be granted an extension of their permit for a third year. However, people who no longer belong to the categories covered by the scheme will not be entitled to an extension. This applies, among other things, to Ukrainians with multiple citizenships, when
Pursuant to the agreements reached by President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen during their meeting at the Munich Security Conference, Ukraine held another round of negotiations with Denmark on a bilateral agreement on security cooperation and long-term support.
On 2 April 2024, the Netherlands, Ukraine and the European Commission will co-host the international conference ‘Restoring Justice for Ukraine’ at the World Forum in The Hague. Foreign ministers and justice ministers from countries involved in the fight for justice for Ukraine since the start of the conflict will be able to voice their support for long-term efforts to tackle impunity and compensate victims.
Brussels, 19 February 2024 Situation in the Middle East The Foreign Affairs Council launched EUNAVFOR ASPIDES,
“Zwei Jahre nach Kriegsbeginn müssen wir uns alle fragen: Tun wir genug, um Putin zu signalisieren: „We are in for the long haul“? Tun wir genug, wo wir alle doch genau wissen, was ein russischer Sieg in der Ukraine bedeuten würde? Nämlich das Ende der Ukraine als freier, unabhängiger und demokratischer Staat, die Zerstörung unserer europäischen Friedensordnung, die schwerste Erschütterung der UN-Charta seit 1945 und nicht zuletzt die Ermutigung an
This spring, Norwegian soldiers start training Ukrainian Marines specialized in small boat operations. The training will go on for at least a year. In addition, Norway will donate rubber boats and equipment to a value of approximately NOK 60 million.
The training is a first step in the maritime coalition work that Norway is co-ordinating with Great Britain.
After almost two years of Russia’s full scale invasion of Ukraine, an updated joint Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA3) released today by the Government of Ukraine, the World Bank Group, the European Commission, and the United Nations currently estimates that as of 31 December 2023 the total cost of reconstruction and recovery in Ukraine is $486 billion (€452.8 billion) over the next decade, up from $411 billion (€383 billion)
Following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, the US-Russian tension in Europe has become increasingly profound. The political and military stand-off between the world’s two largest nuclear powers also has ramifications for stability in the High North, as both Russia and the United States have substantial interests in the region.
The High-Level Working Group on the Environmental Consequences of the War, co-chaired by Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak and former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden Margot Wallström, presented the results of their work – the Environmental Compact for Ukraine at a meeting in Kyiv.
Vice President of the European Parliament and former Minister for International Development of Finland
The Government proposes to the Norwegian Parliament to order a further ten launch units and four fire control centers of the air defense system NASAMS from Kongsberg Defense and Aerospace (KDA). This is done in addition to repurchasing the equipment that has already been donated to Ukraine. The investment is NOK 3.45 billion.
And let me say, frankly, that for many years, corruption was the weak spot of Ukraine’s society. It has cost you a major gap in your development for the last 30 years. President [of Ukraine, Volodymyr] Zelenskyy was elected with a mandate to fight corruption. There has been recent progress in law and enforcement and your better position [yourselves] in Transparency International Annual Corruption Perceptions Index – which is the
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