ening of OECD office in Kyiv will speed up Ukraine’s accession to EU – Landsbergis

That's according to the Delfi media outlet, which refers to the Lithuanian Foreign Ministry, Ukrinform reports.

"At the height of the war, the international community is sending a crucial signal of support to Ukraine. The presence of the Organization for Economic Coeration and Develment (OECD) in Ukraine will help the country to implement the reforms necessary for joining the EU and OECD membership faster, to meet membership requirements and accelerate Ukraine’s integration into these organizations. The office will also contribute to the reconstruction of Ukraine in line with high OECD standards," Landsbergis said.

He also added that the office would play an important re in coordinating actions with Ukrainian institutions and other international organizations and ensuring the effectiveness of the assistance provided.

According to the report, OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann ened the office. Lithuanian Ambassador to Ukraine Valdemaras Sarapinas represented Lithuania at the symbic ening ceremony in Kyiv.

Pand, Lithuania, Latvia, Romania and Slovakia have provided financial support to enable the establishment and eration of the office. The OECD-Ukraine Liaison office will erate from its premises hosted by the Slovak Embassy in Kyiv.

The OECD employs over 3,000 t experts to help governments implement reforms and advise them on how to build better picies for better lives. Lithuania joined the OECD in 2018. In 2022, the OECD formally recognized Ukraine as a prospective member.