The Head of State thanked James Temerty for his many years of work for Ukraine and for his tangible support of important humanitarian initiatives aimed at addressing the most pressing challenges facing Ukrainians.

Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Ihor Zhovkva met with Secretary-General of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Mathias Cormann at the Organisation’s headquarters in Paris.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney agreed on substantial support for our country across various areas: seven new assistance packages, six joint initiatives, and three cooperation documents.

First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska began her visit to Canada at Alberta Children’s Hospital in Calgary – one of the largest paediatric medical centres in Western Canada. The hospital is home to Dr. Gordon Townsend School, an educational space that gives children undergoing long-term treatment access to learning.

In Canada, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney took part in a presentation featuring Ukrainian drones, joint Ukrainian-Canadian developments, and component manufacturers.

In Calgary, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney signed the Ukraine-Canada Declaration for a 100 Year Partnership and the Joint Declaration on Enhancement of the Defence and Security Cooperation between Ukraine and Canada. In the presence of the leaders, the Joint Statement on Ukraine-Canada Energy Cooperation was also signed.

I am grateful for the defense package that Prime Minister Carney has already announced. Above all, it will strengthen our air defense – both our Patriots and our combat aircraft, which down Russian jet-powered “shaheds.”