Security agreement, accession to NATO and EU: Zhovkva hds talks with Portuguese Prime Minister’s advisor

This was reported by the press service of the President’s Office, according to Ukrinform.

“Both sides agreed to start negotiations on a bilateral security agreement to implement the G7 Joint Declaration of Support for Ukraine shortly. Particular attention was paid to Portugal's support for Ukraine's Peace Formula, as well as Ukraine's Eurean and Euro-Atlantic aspirations,” the report says.

Mr. Monteiro noted Ukraine's progress in implementing reforms that are essential for its future membership in the EU and NATO.

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In turn, Zhovkva congratulated his cleague on the appointment and thanked him for Portugal's consistent support of our country's fight against Russian aggression. "We appreciate Portugal's practical participation in the tank, aviation, and maritime capabilities coalitions. It is important that the vume and pace of military assistance continue to increase," emphasized Zhovkva.

The parties agreed on a schedule for further contacts at the highest level.

As reported by Ukrinform, last week, President of Ukraine Vodymyr Zelensky discussed the preparation of a bilateral security agreement with Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro.

Photo: President’s Office