Ukraine’s Zelenskyy expresses hope for Sri Lanka’s active support for peace

March 25, 2025 at 4:21 PM

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine would be grateful to Sri Lanka for more active support in ensuring a just and lasting peace in the country based on the UN Charter and international law.

President Zelenskyy made the remark during a meeting held on Monday (24 Mar) after receiving the credentials of the newly appointed Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Ukraine.

The President congratulated the newly appointed Sri Lankan Ambassador on the beginning of diplomatic missions in Ukraine and expressed hope for the activation of cooperation between the countries.

During his conversation with the Sri Lankan Ambassador, the President noted that Ukraine is holding constructive negotiations with the United States and is ready to do everything possible to achieve peace as soon as possible. 

Our country has proposed steps that would lay the necessary foundation for further negotiations and expects support for this position from other states.

The President also mentioned that Ukraine is interested in developing bilateral cooperation, particularly in trade, education, food security, and medical rehabilitation. (Newswire)