Zelensky, Netanyahu exchange experience in fighting COVID-19

The leaders discussed these issues during a phone call on Monday, May 25, the presidential press service reported.

"I congratulate you on your appointment as prime minister and the formation of your government. I am impressed by your political skills - the history of forming a unity government is incredible," Zelensky said.

According to the report, the sides discussed areas for further cooperation and agreed to unite efforts between the two countries in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.

"Israel is an example of an effective fight against the pandemic. I would be grateful to your government for providing humanitarian assistance, as well as for sharing best practices in the fight against coronavirus," Zelensky said.

Netanyahu, in turn, said the Israeli government would consider this request from Ukraine, emphasizing friendly relations between the two countries.

Zelensky also said that in the context of the coronavirus pandemic, support for bilateral trade was especially important to countries.

He called on the Israeli side to complete the ratification of the bilateral free trade agreement signed on January 21, 2019 as soon as possible.

The sides also discussed projects in Ukraine that are of interest to Israeli investors, in particular the prospects of the Israeli side's participation in the construction of an international airport in Cherkasy and a highway.

According to the President's Office, Netanyahu invited Zelensky to visit Israel after the situation with the pandemic gets stabilized.

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