Negotiations between the Presidents of Ukraine and Lithuania began in Vilnius

During an official visit to the Republic of Lithuania, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy began a meeting with President of Lithuania Gitanas Nausėda.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Gitanas Nausėda for the warm welcome even in such a cold season.

“We are immensely grateful for your personal support, the support of your team and the entire Lithuanian society, for the very cordial attitude towards Ukrainian people,” the President of Ukraine said.

The Head of State emphasized Lithuania’s powerful defense, humanitarian and political support for our country.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy also emphasized the importance of the Republic of Lithuania’s support for the historic decision to open negotiations on Ukraine’s membership in the EU. The parties will discuss further steps towards Ukraine’s European integration.

For his part, Gitanas Nausėda noted that the negotiations will primarily focus on all issues that bring Ukraine closer to victory in the fight against Russian aggression.

The parties intend to discuss the situation at the front, as well as the coordination of defense and financial support for Ukraine.

The parties will also coordinate positions in preparation for the NATO Summit to be held in Washington in the summer of 2024.