Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba had a telephone conversation with the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade of Ireland Simon Coveney.

The Foreign Ministers paid special emphasis on the Ukraine-Ireland bilateral cooperation. In particular, Simon Coveney has confirmed intention to establish the Irish Embassy to Ukraine before the end of 2020.

In this regard Dmytro Kuleba noted: “The establishment of the Irish Embassy in Kyiv is an important landmark in our relations. We are also awaiting the Irish business mission to come to Ukraine before the end of this year. There is a need to promptly develop a high-quality trade and encourage foreign investments in Ukraine”.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister also pointed to a consistent support by Ireland of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine, including within the framework of international organizations.

The Ministers exchanged information on overcoming consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic and measures undertaken by the Governments of the two countries with the aim of going back to normal.