Zelensky discusses increasing U.S. investment in Ukraine with representatives of leading U.S. companies

According to the President’s press service, the meeting included the presidents and CEOs of Bank of America, Amazon, Chemours, Citi, CRH, Fairfax, Fluence Energy, GE Vernova, Hogan Lovells, Jacobs, JPMorgan Chase, Lazard, Logistics Plus, Marsh McLennan, Parsons, TechMet, Velta, and Westinghouse. Many of these companies already have a history of cooperation with Ukraine, supplying equipment, technologies, and making investments.

Zelensky thanked the United States for its continued support and emphasized that Russian President Vladimir Putin has no intention of ending the war. “Being strong means, first and foremost, having a strong economy and a favorable business climate. We are very grateful for your investments and for American business. We are proud to have so many American companies present in our country,” Zelensky said.

He noted that the Reconstruction Investment Fund, created under the U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal, is already operational, with initial contributions totaling $150 million. The fund is seen as a reliable platform for deepening investment cooperation.

Zelensky also highlighted Ukraine’s strong partnership with the International Monetary Fund and ongoing reforms aimed at EU membership.

A key focus of the meeting was preparations for winter amid intensified Russian attacks. Zelensky stressed that strengthening air defense remains a top priority and said Ukraine received encouraging signals from U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration during their September 23 meeting.

The President also pointed to Ukraine’s growing drone manufacturing sector and over 300 tech companies, calling it a promising direction for future economic growth. He mentioned that around 30 major firms are ready to become partners and that Ukraine plans to export new technologies only to trusted countries.

Ukraine will establish export platforms in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East, and has already received interest from one of the African countries.

Participants also explored detailed opportunities for expanding American investment in Ukraine. Zelensky announced that Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko is preparing for a visit to the U.S. to hold more targeted discussions with businesses and institutions.

As previously reported by Ukrinform, President Zelensky also met with representatives of the American Jewish Committee during his New York visit.

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