18.02.2025 US
1092 day since the barbaric invasion of Ukraine

The UK and Ukraine sign historic agreement on a 100-year partnership

The leader of the UK opposition, Keir Starmer, stated in Kyiv that the UK is committed to long-term support for Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of a 100-year partnership following the war.

Olga Demidenko
Keir Starmer
Keir Starmer, illustrative photo
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On January 16, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited Kyiv, announcing the UK's readiness to support Ukraine not only during the war but also in its recovery, as he shared on his social media.

He described the 100-year partnership as a symbol of unity and expressed confidence that Ukraine would be free and prosperous. Starmer emphasized the importance of peace through strength and joint efforts.

It is worth noting that today in Kyiv, a historic 100-year partnership agreement was signed with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The information was published on the UK Government's official website.

The document aims to strengthen ties between the two nations in key areas such as defense, science, economy, and culture.

The agreement includes the creation of a new framework to ensure security in the Baltic, Black, and Azov Seas, as well as the development of technological partnerships in medicine, agriculture, space, and drones.

As part of the agreement, a unique system for tracking stolen grain from Ukraine's occupied territories will be launched, developed by British experts.

In addition, the document supports joint educational initiatives. Over the next few months, 100 schools from the UK and Ukraine will establish partnerships to promote cultural exchange and strengthen friendships among the youth.

The Prime Minister highlighted that this agreement represents a step toward long-term security and prosperity for Ukraine. The UK intends to support Ukraine in its fight for sovereignty and development.

During his visit, the Prime Minister also toured a hospital where British specialists are helping those affected by the war and announced new investments in Ukraine's economy, including the TIGER program.

This initiative aims to support small and medium-sized businesses, create jobs, and strengthen Ukraine's economy.

On the same day, Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto arrived in Kyiv on an official visit, as he shared on his social media.

He held a meeting with Ukraine's Minister of Strategic Industries, Herman Smetanin, who thanked Italy for its defense support.

They discussed technical cooperation and Italy's contribution to Ukraine's post-war recovery, emphasizing the importance of pooling efforts and resources.

Previously, it was reported that US President Joe Biden, along with the Treasury Secretary, introduced an aid package for Ukraine worth $2.5 billion, including artillery, missiles, and air defense systems to strengthen the country's defenses during the winter period.

Additionally, it became known that the German federal government announced €28 billion in military support for Ukraine, with €7.1 billion allocated for 2024, as well as plans to train 10,000 Ukrainian soldiers.