Zelensky and Blinken hold productive meeting in Davos

On January 16, on the sidelines of the economic forum in Davos, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with United States Secretary of State Anthony Blinken.

The Office of the President reported that on Telegram.

As the Ukrainian leader noted, they held a very meaningful meeting.

"We discussed further defense cooperation between Ukraine and the United States. Air defense and long-range capabilities are essential for our country," Zelensky said.

The President also thanked the Head of the White House, Joe Biden, the Congress, and the entire American people for the constant and powerful assistance to Ukraine.

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On Monday, January 15, the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, began a working visit to Switzerland. He will address the forum with a special speech on the panel, "Achieving security and cooperation in a fragmented world".

The Ukrainian delegation held meetings with representatives of European countries in Davos.

In addition, in Davos, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.

Moreover, on January 16, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky took part in the meeting of "Heads of big business – Ukraine" on the sidelines of the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos.

It is worth noting that more than 100 heads of state and government gathered in Davos for the 54th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum. The general theme of the event is "Restoring trust." The program will consist of four priorities:

• "Achieving security and cooperation in a divided world";
• "Creating growth and jobs for a new era";
• "Artificial intelligence as a driving force of the economy and society";
• "Long-term strategy for climate, nature and energy."