The President's Office discussed Ukraine's accession to the EU, Gripen fighter jets, and pilot training with a Swedish delegation
Kyiv • UNN
The President's Office discussed the transfer of Gripen aircraft and Ukraine's accession to the EU. The parties coordinated efforts to increase international pressure on Russia.
First Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Serhiy Kyslytsia met with a delegation from the Riksdag's Committee on Foreign Affairs of Sweden, during which the parties discussed European integration, military cooperation, and security issues. This was reported by the Office of the President, writes UNN.
Details
A key topic of the negotiations was support for Ukraine's accession to the European Union. Swedish representatives confirmed their support for Ukraine's European integration course and emphasized the importance of adhering to common rules and criteria for full membership.
Gripen and training of Ukrainian pilots
The parties paid special attention to the development of capabilities related to the transfer of Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine. Systemic training of Ukrainian pilots and technical personnel was discussed.
The Ukrainian side expects that the relevant training will begin in the near future.
Visit of the King of Sweden and cooperation with the USA
The meeting participants also discussed the results of the recent visit of King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden to Ukraine and the implementation of agreements reached during his negotiations with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Separately, the development of relations with the United States was discussed. Serhiy Kyslytsia emphasized the need to deepen transatlantic cooperation as a key element of security in Europe.
Europe must maintain its subjectivity in all areas, primarily in the field of security
Security and ending the war
The parties also discussed issues of international security and the negotiation process for ending the war.
During the meeting, efforts aimed at achieving a just peace were coordinated, and further coordination was agreed upon to increase international pressure on Russia.
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