Zelenskyy values Serbian president's trip significantly, given his personal experience of war.
Heya! Let's dive into the latest scoop about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić.
Zelenskyy recently welcomed Vučić to Ukraine, stating that it's important for leaders to see the war firsthand. They discussed their shared goals, including advancing towards the European Union and increasing bilateral cooperation.
On the road to the EU, both leaders stressed the significance of their countries' progress. However, specific details regarding timelines and steps were not publicly disclosed.
Economically, Vučić proposed expansion of cooperation between Serbia and Ukraine, aiming to resolve existing issues and boost economic ties. He also acknowledged Serbia's support for Ukraine's energy sector.
In terms of humanitarian aid, both leaders discussed ways Serbia could offer assistance to Ukraine.
When it comes to Ukraine's recovery, Vučić announced Serbia's intent to help rebuild one or two Ukrainian cities or regions. Zelenskyy extended an invitation for Serbia to take part in an international Conference on the Reconstruction of Ukraine, due to take place on July 10-11 in Rome. Furthermore, Zelenskyy thanked Vučić for Serbia's financial and humanitarian aid.
Interestingly, despite offering support, Vučić declined to sign the declaration of the Ukraine–Southeast Europe Summit, which condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Now, you might be wondering about the Southern Eastern Europe Summit. The participants signed a declaration, strongly condemning Russia's war against Ukraine and calling on the international community to maintain and strengthen sanctions against Russia. Notably, Vučić was the only participant who opted not to sign it, stating that he did not betray Russia in doing so.
That's the lowdown on the recent meeting between Zelenskyy and Vučić. Stay tuned for more updates!
The Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić discussed the importance of advancing towards the European Union and increasing bilateral cooperation, while also focusing on resolving economic issues between their countries. Despite offering humanitarian aid and pledging to help rebuild Ukrainian cities, Vučić declined to sign a declaration condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine, sparking discussion about his stance on war-and-conflicts and politics in the region.
