Ukraine Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met with Julie Davis, the US Chargé d’Affaires in Ukraine, and discussed further implementation of the investment support fund, plans on the free trade area between the two countries.

During the meeting, Shmyhal thanked the United States for the assistance provided to Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression, Caliber.Az reports, citing Ukrainian media.

“Held the first meeting with the US Chargé d'Affaires in Ukraine, Julia Davis. Congratulated on the appointment. Thanked all Americans, President Donald Trump, Congress and the US Administration for the assistance provided to us to combat Russian aggression,” Shmyhal said.

He added that in continuation of the agreements with US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent, he and Davis coordinated joint steps to introduce a free trade zone between Ukraine and the United States. This will be a significant achievement on the path to the prosperity of our countries and peoples.

“We appreciate the participation of the United States in the ministerial round table of the World Bank and the IMF and the contribution of the American state to the financial support of Ukraine,” Shmyhal added.

The head of the Ukrainian government also noted the important role of American business operating in Ukraine, which has preserved jobs and pays taxes.

“We are interested in more companies from the United States investing in our country and participating in the reconstruction. And the agreement on the establishment of the Investment Fund for the Reconstruction of Ukraine will give it the necessary impetus,” Shmyhal emphasized.

Davis also reported on the meeting with the head of the Ukrainian government and stressed that they discussed further steps in the implementation of the investment support fund.

“Good to meet with Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal to discuss shared priorities, including next steps in implementing the U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund and supporting President Trump's efforts to achieve lasting peace,” Davis said.

She added that reconstruction and rehabilitation efforts will contribute to the security and well-being of both states.

Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak held a meeting with the US Chargé d'Affaires in Ukraine, Julie Davis, with whom he discussed defence cooperation and the reconstruction of Ukraine.

The Verkhovna Rada (Parliament) ratified the agreement on minerals between Ukraine and the United States. The agreement provides for the creation of an investment fund where Ukraine retains control over resources.

By Khagan Isayev

Source: caliber.az