Current events

The parties discussed certain substantive details of the ongoing work. There are good ideas that can work toward a shared outcome and lasting peace.

The Head of State congratulated His All-Holiness on Christmas and thanked him for his sincere greetings to the Ukrainian people, as well as for his support for the defense of life and for diplomatic efforts.

The awards were presented to scientists who have made significant contributions in the development of medicine, the renovation of armaments and military equipment, the creation of materials for advanced weaponry, the protection of critical infrastructure, the improvement of crime prevention, and the development of unmanned systems, missiles, and ammunition, as well as the enhancement of military planning – a total of 73 laureates with 10 scientific projects.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone call with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.

On Ukraine's Diplomatic Service Day, Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated Ukrainian diplomatic service professionals on their professional holiday.

On Energy Workers’ Day, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with employees of the energy sector and presented them with state awards.

In Kyiv, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Prime Minister of Portugal Luís Montenegro, who paid his first official visit to Ukraine since taking office.

We, underline the solidarity between Ukraine and the Portuguese Republic in defending freedom, democracy, human rights and the rule of law, as well as our shared determination to further develop the Ukrainian-Portuguese dialogue, particularly in the political, defense, security, economic, scientific, cultural, and humanitarian fields.

In Kyiv, the President of Ukraine and the Prime Minister of Portugal honored the memory of fallen Ukrainian defenders.