Ukraine will continue to implement initiatives for protection and sustainable use of Dniester River basin

“Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova have always built bilateral relations that meet the declared interests of the countries and are aimed at cooperation and partnership. Cooperation in the field of protection and sustainable use of the Dniester River basin is one of the key issues for both countries,” Abramovsky said, the press service of the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine informs.

In turn, the Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova noted that he considered it important to maintain good neighborly partnership and dialogue with Ukraine.

"The Dniester River unites Moldova and Ukraine. This is a very important artery for both Chisinau and Odesa as it supplies drinking water to these cities. And it is a very positive fact that the Commission for Sustainable Use and Protection of the Dniester River Basin has been working in our countries in recent years. We would be grateful for the opportunity to hold the 3d meeting of this Commission in autumn," Bolbocean said.

Minister Abramovsky also noted that the Ukrainian side would contribute to the continuation of initiatives and consider the possibility of holding the Commission’s meeting in October 2020.

"The environmental problems our countries face have a common ground. Therefore, our task is to work out solutions that will meet national interests and improve relations between states," the official said.

As noted, the parties also discussed the issue of cross-border transportation of unusable pesticides and agrochemicals through the territory of Ukraine and cooperation in attracting financial assistance.

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