President of Ukraine

Current events

The Head of State expressed hope that Portugal, along with other partners, would support the coordination of a clear algorithm on Ukraine's path to NATO membership.

We confirmed our readiness to develop a framework for the start of training of Ukrainian fighter pilots when it is appropriate for the Air Force of Ukraine.

The leaders discussed practical issues related to the start of training of Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets and other types of aircraft. The parties agreed to start this process in the near future.

"I am grateful to the UK and personally to Mr. Prime Minister for the assistance provided to Ukraine. For the leadership in the creation of tank and aviation coalitions, in particular in readiness to start training Ukrainian pilots," the President of Ukraine emphasized.

The President of Ukraine and the President of Romania welcome the significant achievements of Ukraine in advancing on the path of Euro-Atlantic integration; confirm their commitment to strengthen joint efforts in supporting the integration of Ukraine with the Alliance and implementation of NATO standards.

The parties emphasized the importance of increasing support for Ukraine on its path to the EU and NATO. The signing by the heads of state of a declaration of support for Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic integration was evidence of this clear position on the part of Romania.

The leaders discussed concrete ways to implement the Ukrainian Peace Formula and consolidate global support for Ukraine's peace initiative.

On the occasion of the International Children's Day on 1 June, President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, met on the sidelines of the Second meeting of the European Political Community, and issued the following joint statement.

The President expressed gratitude to the leaders of the Balkan countries for their consistent comprehensive support of Ukraine and practical assistance in the fight against Russian aggression, as well as in the realization of European and Euro-Atlantic aspirations of our state.

According to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, he discussed with Maia Sandu the issues of bilateral relations, some infrastructure projects that are a priority for implementation in the near future, as well as the European future of the two countries.