PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine : 7 September 2023
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak spoke to Ukraine鈥檚 President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this afternoon before he travels to India for the G20 Leaders鈥� Summit.
皇冠体育app Prime Minister spoke to Ukraine鈥檚 President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this afternoon before he travels to India for the G20 Leaders鈥� Summit.
President Zelenskyy updated on Ukraine鈥檚 counter-offensive and ongoing military requirements, and the Prime Minister pledged the UK鈥檚 steadfast support and commended Ukraine鈥檚 armed forces for their progress on the battlefield.
皇冠体育appy also discussed the impact of Putin鈥檚 continued Black Sea grain blockade, both in Ukraine and for food supplies around the world. 皇冠体育app Prime Minister committed to galvanise work with G20 countries on circumventing Russia鈥檚 blockade and ensuring vulnerable countries can access vital grain shipments.
皇冠体育app Prime Minister welcomed progress on bilateral security commitments for Ukraine, with 30 partners now signing the Joint Declaration, an initiative led by the UK and allies at this summer鈥檚 NATO Summit. He said the UK would continue to drive forward plans for long term support for Ukraine鈥檚 sovereignty and security.
President Zelenskyy thanked the Prime Minister for the UK鈥檚 continued solidarity, and the leaders agreed to remain in close contact.