Ukraine expects to receive the first tranche of the approved $7.8 billion budget support package from the United States in the near future, the Finance Ministry said on Thursday following a meeting between Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko and U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink, UNN reports.
Ukraine expects to receive the first tranche of the approved budget support package totaling USD 7.8 billion in the near future. Since February 24, 2022, the total amount of budgetary assistance from the United States has reached about USD 23 billion
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Today, Minister of Finance Sergii Marchenko reportedly personally congratulated the US Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink on the Independence Day of the United States.
The Minister of Finance expressed his gratitude for the partnership which helps to strengthen Ukraine's ability to effectively counter the enemy at the front and to be resilient in response to today's challenges.
"The solidarity and contribution of the United States are extremely valuable in our quest for peaceful and free democratic life. I am extremely grateful for the unwavering support and comprehensive assistance provided to Ukraine since the first days of the full-scale war," Marchenko said.
For her part, Bridget Brink emphasized that the United States is committed to supporting Ukraine.