Zelenskyy met with Czech Prime Minister Babiš for the first time
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš during a visit to the Armenian capital. The head of state expressed his gratitude to the entire Czech people for their significant and heartfelt support of Ukraine as it fights against Russian aggression.
This was reported by the Office of the President.
During the talks, the leaders discussed bilateral relations in detail, noting significant potential for further strengthening cooperation in various areas. Special attention was paid to Ukraine’s European integration and the specific steps necessary to achieve full membership in the European Union. The President emphasized that Prague’s support on this path is extremely important for Kyiv.
The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment to strengthening the partnership amid security challenges in the region. The Czech Republic remains one of Ukraine’s key allies, providing both diplomatic and practical assistance. The parties agreed to continue active dialogue to implement joint projects and ensure stability in Europe. Thus, the talks marked another step in strengthening bilateral ties.
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