Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced agreements with a number of Middle Eastern countries on cooperation in security, defense, and energy. He spoke about the results of his visit to the region in a video address on March 30, writes UNN.
Details
According to Zelenskyy, the visit to the Persian Gulf countries was "very useful," and Ukraine received a high level of support and respect from the region's leaders.
There is a common vision among the countries of the region to work together with our state, with our defense – together with our experts. Security and restoration of stability is the first priority for everyone
The President noted that Ukraine has already reached agreements with Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. Work is also underway with Jordan and Kuwait, and additional requests for cooperation have been received from Bahrain and Oman.
According to him, Defense Minister Rustem Umerov continues negotiations at the political level in the region.
What was agreed upon
Zelenskyy emphasized that the cooperation is practical and provides mutual benefits for the parties.
We export our defense system, the skills of our soldiers, the knowledge that our state possesses, and from these states – from our partners – we expect appropriate security cooperation
Among the agreements reached are the strengthening of Ukraine's air defense, joint development of defense industries, and energy cooperation. In particular, this includes the supply of diesel fuel and other resources necessary for the country.