Prime Minister and Chargé d'Affaires of the United States to Ukraine discussed strategic partnership development
The Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal held his first meeting with the U.S. Chargé d'Affaires to Ukraine Julie Davis. The parties discussed the further development of the strategic partnership between the two countries, as well as cooperation in various fields, in particular in the economic sphere.
According to the Head of Government, in continuation of the arrangements with U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent, the parties coordinated the areas of joint work for the introduction of a free trade area between Ukraine and the United States.
"This will be a crucial step towards economic growth and prosperity of our countries and peoples," the Prime Minister stressed.
He also acknowledged the role of American business, which continues to operate in Ukraine, supporting the Ukrainian economy.
"We are interested in more U.S. companies investing in our country and participating in the reconstruction. And the agreement on the establishment of the Reconstruction Investment Fund will provide the necessary impetus for this," said Denys Shmyhal.
In addition, the Prime Minister stressed the importance of the contribution of the United States to the financial support of Ukraine.
The Head of Government thanked the American people, President Donald Trump, the Congress and the U.S. Administration for the assistance provided to us in the fight against russian aggression.