Taran, Wallace discuss fight against coronavirus, Ukraine’s European integration

"Taran underscored the irreversibility of strategic path towards the European and Euro-Atlantic integration, which is enshrined in the Constitution of Ukraine, through the achievement of concrete results of consistent defense reform and the implementation of NATO standards," the press service of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine informs.

The officials confirmed the strategic nature of the partnership, discussed the need for adjustments in the key events of bilateral cooperation amidst the coronavirus pandemic.

The defense minister of Ukraine informed his counterpart about the current military and political situation in Ukraine and around its borders, in particular in the Joint Forces Operation area in Donbas.

The Ukrainian minister also told about the activities of the Ministry of Defense and the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the context of preventing the spread of coronavirus.

Ben Wallace assured Andriy Taran of his unwavering support for Ukraine's sovereignty, restoration of its territorial integrity, and enhancement of the Armed Forces’ capabilities. He emphasized that the clear position of the British government to condemn the aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine would remain unchanged.

The parties agreed to continue active dialogue at the level of heads of defense agencies and their deputies, and to arrange mutual visits to the UK and Ukraine this year.

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