Zelensky, Ruto discuss food security, Grain from Ukraine initiative

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has had a fruitful conversation with President of the Republic of Kenya William Ruto. The parties discussed food security and the Grain from Ukraine initiative.

The relevant statement was made by President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky on Telegram, an Ukrinform correspondent reports.

“Had a fruitful conversation with President of Kenya William Ruto. Thanked for the constructive cooperation in the UN, for the support as a member of the UN Security Council. We talked about the Ukrainian initiative Grain from Ukraine, food security and the creation of grain hubs in Africa,” Zelensky wrote.

According to the President of Ukraine, the parties agreed to enhance cooperation between the two countries.

A reminder that the Grain from Ukraine humanitarian food program was initiated by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. As part of this program, partner states purchase Ukrainian-produced grain and send it to the countries facing a humanitarian crisis. The program is implemented in partnership with the UN World Food Programme.

Photo: Office of the President of Ukraine

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