Zelensky, Sweden’s Prime Minister, talks on the phone
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a telephone conversation with Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson on Wednesday.
That’s according to the president press service.
The President briefed his interlocutor on the security situation around Ukraine, as well as on the steps being taken to achieve peace in all available negotiating formats.
Volodymyr Zelensky also stressed the importance of uniting and coordinating political and diplomatic efforts to unlock the peace process and restore stability.
The President of Ukraine and the Prime Minister of Sweden welcomed the recent conclusion of the intergovernmental agreement on defense cooperation.
Volodymyr Zelensky has noted that Sweden is an important security partner to Ukraine and thanked its interlocutor for the practical help already provided in this area.
“We have a strong army, the best experience and methods, and we have loyal heroes,” he said, adding that today it is more important than ever to unite efforts for the stability of the nation.
Magdalena Andersson, for her part, confirmed the Swedish government’s strong and unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The President praised the Swedish side’s support for Ukraine’s course for European integration, as well as significant practical help in implementing internal reforms. In this context, attention was drawn to the readiness to deepen co-operation within the framework of the Swedish Government’s strategy for reform co-operation with Eastern European nations.
The interlocutors discussed the prospects for further bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest. Particular attention was paid to the development of cooperation in trade, investment, energy and the environmental sectors. Volodymyr Zelensky also emphasized that the Ukrainian side is interested in creating a network of modern waste treatment plants with the participation of Swedish companies.
“Sweden is Ukraine’s largest trading and investment partner in the region. Even in the midst of a pandemic, we see more than 50% growth in bilateral trade. This year we expect to reach a turnover of 800-900 million dollars. We will work to “We will also welcome Sweden’s commitment to support the national financial system,” he said.
The Swedish Prime Minister and the President of Ukraine agreed to intensify bilateral dialogue at the highest level.
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