Zelensky speaks at UN Summit for the Future: "We know exactly how much global unity can achieve"
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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke at the UN Future Summit and called for global unity to overcome the destructive power of the Russian Federation and its accomplices.
The Ukrainian leader stated this at the Summit of the Future, which Suspilne broadcasted.
As Zelensky mentioned, Ukraine is getting ready for the second Peace Summit, focusing on:
- improving food and energy security,
- and holding Russia accountable.
They will also consider issues related to releasing prisoners of war and restoring territorial integrity.
The president also thanked:
- Germany and Namibia for their joint work on the Pact for the Future;
- Zambia and Sweden for facilitating negotiations on the Global Digital Compact;
- Jamaica and the Netherlands, that co-chaired the intergovernmental process on the Declaration for Future Generations,
- and African countries for their common position.
The president also mentioned that, while working on the Pact for the Future, the seven countries led by Russia once again opposed any initiatives.
"This time, during the work on the Pact for the Future, the same small group of seven accomplices, led by Russia, has once again acted destructively, always opposing any global initiatives that strengthen the effectiveness of the U.N. Charter […].
The world needs a peaceful future and sustainable development. And I say this as the President of Ukraine, a country resisting Russia's brutal colonial aggression. And we know exactly how much global unity can achieve—both here at the U.N. and through the Peace Summits for Ukraine, where we aim to overcome Russia's destructiveness and its accomplices," the Ukrainian leader emphasized.
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It should be noted that the official visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to the States began this week.
Beginning this Sunday, President Volodymyr Zelensky will hold a series of meetings in New York with leaders from various states and international organizations and the heads of American companies to discuss and address Ukraine's energy needs.
- On Monday, Zelensky spoke at the Future Summit at the UN headquarters.
- On Tuesday, he will participate in the UN Security Council meeting on the Ukrainian issue.
- On Wednesday, he is expected to speak at the general debate in the UN General Assembly.
During Zelensky's stay in New York, numerous bilateral meetings with state leaders are planned.
In particular, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on September 23.
The Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky, began his visit to the United States with a tour of the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant in Pennsylvania. The facility produces parts for both artillery and mortar shells and has plans to increase production of 155-mm shells specifically for Ukraine.
On Thursday, Zelensky will visit Washington to talk with US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. During his visit, Zelensky wants to present a "victory plan" for the defensive struggle against the Russian invaders.
In addition, according to the press, during the visit, Zelensky will insist on inviting Ukraine to join NATO and undertake the commitment of constant weapons supplies as part of Zelensky's victory plan.
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