Current events

The leaders discussed possible joint economic projects, particularly in the energy sector. Specifically, they discussed the possible use of Ukrainian gas storage facilities.

The President noted that the Ukrainian military withdrew from Avdiivka to other positions to avoid being surrounded, but it cannot be said that Russia seized our territories.

The parties coordinated the final steps in the preparation of a bilateral security agreement based on the G7 Vilnius Declaration and discussed possible dates for signing.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy also emphasized the importance of Google's cooperation with the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine on the Diia app and the Mriia educational digital project. Special attention was paid to Ukraine's cooperation with Google in the field of cybersecurity.

Ukraine's primary objective is to become a NATO member, and our country will do everything to move closer to membership in the Alliance and strengthen relations with its allies, especially in security and armaments. This was stated by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during his participation in the Ukraine in the World panel discussion at the Munich Security Conference.

During a working visit to France, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron.

During a working visit to France, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed an Agreement on security cooperation between Ukraine and France with President Emmanuel Macron.

Separately, Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Frank-Walter Steinmeier emphasized the importance of launching joint arms production. The Presidents paid special attention to the implementation of the Ukrainian Peace Formula.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that in the situation around the defense of Avdiivka in Donetsk region, the military leadership must act to minimize losses and preserve the lives of Ukrainian defenders.