Minister Jeong Eui-yong Talks with Ukrainian Foreign Minister... Discusses $30 Million Support Plan

Foreign Minister Chung Eui-yong is attending the Cabinet meeting held at the Government Seoul Office in Jongno-gu, Seoul on the 29th. Photo by Hyunmin Kim kimhyun81@

[Asia Economy Reporter Gong Byung-sun] Foreign Minister Chung Eui-yong spoke with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and discussed ways to support Ukraine.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on the 15th that Minister Chung expressed serious concerns about the reported massacres of civilians during the war and explained the government's current support status and plans for Ukraine during the call with Minister Kuleba.

Minister Chung reportedly stated that the government is currently supporting the entry and stay of Ukrainian refugees wishing to come to Korea following the Russian invasion. He also explained plans to provide an additional $30 million (approximately 36.8 billion KRW) in aid and is exploring other support measures. Minister Chung had also expressed his intention to support Ukraine at the NATO and partner countries joint foreign ministers' meeting on the 7th.

Minister Kuleba expressed gratitude for the solidarity and support of the Korean government and stated that if the situation ends in the future, cooperation between the two countries will be further strengthened.

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