Current events

The meeting focused in particular on motivation for Ukrainians to return home after the war ends. Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted that such a decision is ultimately a personal choice. However, he added, this can be encouraged by creating the right conditions, which could emerge, for example, during Ukraine’s postwar reconstruction.

The Head of State thanked the Senate for adopting nine resolutions in support of Ukraine and for its contribution to advancing the International Crimea Platform.

The Head of State expressed gratitude for supporting Ukraine and for concrete joint work, especially in the area of defense cooperation. The President noted that the Czech artillery initiative is working very effectively and could yield even greater results this year. Ukraine also appreciates Czechia’s willingness to assist in the development of Ukrainian combat aviation.

In the presence of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Petr Fiala, a Joint Declaration was signed to establish a Unity Hub of Ukraine in Czechia.

The Head of State expressed gratitude for the trust in Ukraine and for the implementation of joint projects. The President specifically highlighted the participation of Czech companies in the initiative to supply 155 mm ammunition.

In Prague, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic, Markéta Pekarová Adamová, and the Deputy Speakers of the Chamber of Deputies, representing all political parties: Věra Kovářová, Jan Bartošek, Jan Skopeček, Olga Richterová, Karel Havlíček, Aleš Juchelka, and Pavel Žáček.

In Prague, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with President of the Czech Republic Petr Pavel to discuss continued defense, political, and humanitarian support for Ukraine.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with Prime Minister of Australia Anthony Albanese and congratulated him on a convincing election victory.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated Daniel Noboa on his re-election and thanked him for supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Mette Frederiksen also discussed the continuation of direct investments in Ukraine’s defense industry and current military needs, including additional air defense systems.