Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba touched down in New Delhi on Thursday, aiming to bolster the longstanding ties between Ukraine and India.
His visit serves as a pivotal moment, building upon the recent discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, focusing on the pursuit of peace.
This marks a significant milestone, as Kuleba becomes the first high-ranking Ukrainian official to visit India since the commencement of tensions with Russia in 2022. The invitation extended by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar underscores the importance of nurturing diplomatic relations between the two nations.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the visit, Kuleba emphasized the significance of Ukrainian-Indian cooperation, affirming a commitment to revitalizing the partnership. He particularly highlighted the intent to advance discussions on the Peace Formula, aligning with the ongoing dialogue between President Zelenskyy and Prime Minister Modi.
During his stay, Kuleba is scheduled to meet with External Affairs Minister Jaishankar and Deputy National Security Adviser Vikram Misri. These discussions will encompass various aspects of bilateral collaboration, as well as engagement on regional and global issues of mutual concern, as communicated by the Ministry of External Affairs beforehand.
Notably, Kuleba's visit coincides with Prime Minister Modi's recent conversations with the leaders of Ukraine and Russia. In these discussions, Prime Minister Modi reiterated India's steadfast support for a peaceful resolution to the conflicts between Kiev and Moscow. He underscored India's commitment to providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine, a gesture acknowledged and appreciated by President Zelenskyy.
Overall, Kuleba's visit underscores the shared commitment of Ukraine and India to foster diplomatic ties and contribute to regional stability, echoing the sentiment of cooperation and peace echoed by both nations' leaders.
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