History was made today: Zelenskyy on PM Modi’s Ukraine visit

New Delhi: A historic development unfolded today as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his inaugural visit to Ukraine, coinciding with the eve of Ukraine’s Independence Day. This significant visit marks the first time an Indian Prime Minister has traveled to Ukraine since it gained independence.

During the visit, India and Ukraine reached a milestone by signing four crucial agreements. These documents span several key areas: medical cooperation, agricultural development, humanitarian efforts, and cultural exchange. The agreements are designed to deepen collaboration between the two nations, fostering mutual benefits in these vital sectors.

India reaffirms support for Ukraine's sovereignty

The video footage from the visit highlights the formal signing of these agreements and captures the interactions between Prime Minister Modi and Ukrainian officials. This visual evidence underscores the importance of the agreements and the dedication of both nations to strengthening their relationship.

In addition to the agreements, the visit resulted in a joint statement that outlines the goals of advancing a strategic partnership between India and Ukraine. The statement emphasizes the commitment to enhancing bilateral trade and continuing military-technical cooperation. It also reaffirms India’s support for Ukraine’s national sovereignty and territorial integrity, aligning with the global principle of respecting the United Nations Charter.

Today, history was made. The Prime Minister of India @narendramodi made his first visit to Ukraine since our country's independence, on the eve of our Independence Day.

Today, we reached an agreement on four documents between Ukraine and India, covering the medical field,… pic.twitter.com/I65cVWkbw7

— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) August 23, 2024

New era of strategic cooperation

The agreements and joint statement reflect a significant enhancement in India-Ukraine relations, setting a foundation for increased collaboration in essential areas. The visit underscores a mutual commitment to addressing shared challenges and opportunities through strategic partnership and cooperation.