UK to allocate nearly US$68.7 million to Ukraine for energy, business, and social support
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Wed, 05 Feb 2025 11:55:03 +0200
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UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy will announce a new 55 million about US68.9 million aid package for Ukraine on Wednesday, 5 February.
Source European Pravda, citing the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office FCDO On 5 February, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy is visiting Kyiv, where he will meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, and Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna.
During his visit, Lammy will announce 17 million about US21.3 million in funding for innovative energy projects to support the recovery and sustainable development of Ukraines energy system.
The InnovateUkraine competition will encourage collaboration between British, Ukrainian, and international businesses and research institutions to develop sustainable, scalable energy solutions for the future, the office states.
To support Ukraines private sector and strengthen small and mediumsized business, an additional 10 million about US12.5 million will be allocated to the economic recovery programme announced by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer as part of the 100year partnership.
This funding will help rebuild, restore, and reform Ukraines economy for the future.
A further 25 million about US31.3 million will be provided to help Ukraine strengthen more inclusive, effective, and resilient social systems and services.
Additionally, the UK will allocate 3 million approximately US3.8 million to supply Ukrainian grain and other food products to Syria.
Quote Our support for Ukraine remains unbreakable.
We are determined to put Ukraine in the strongest possible position, both in its fight against Russia and beyond, with our longterm relationship cemented by the 100 Year Partnership.
Background On 16 January, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Kyiv to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
During his visit, Ukraine and the UK signed a historic 100year partnership agreement aimed at strengthening security ties and deepening cooperation for future generations. The UK also announced plans to deliver 15 new Gravehawk mobile air defence systems to Ukraine in 2025.
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