German economy minister arrives in Kyiv
German Economy Minister Katherina Reiche arrived in the Ukrainian capital on the morning of 24 October.
Source: Reuters, as reported by European Pravda
Quote: "Ukraine is facing its fourth winter at war, and right now Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukraine's energy supply, massively endangering electricity and heat provision in the winter."
Details: Reiche noted that urgent assistance is needed to repair and secure Ukraine's energy infrastructure. She pledged to use her visit to determine how Germany can provide more targeted and effective support in this area.
The visit will also include discussions on strengthening German-Ukrainian cooperation in the defence sector.
Quote: "Security policy is always also economic policy."
More details: Reiche added that her goal is to bring German and Ukrainian defence companies closer together.
Background:
- Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre recently announced additional funding to help Ukraine secure its electricity and heating supplies ahead of winter.
- Sweden has also allocated €35 million through the World Bank to help Ukraine as winter approaches.
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