Wednesday, 15 January 2025

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Thanks Republican Governor For Memorandum Of Cooperation

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb, a Republican, for a Memorandum of Cooperation between Ukraine and Indiana.

“Ukraine values all the support provided by the United States to our country and our people. Our cooperation is strong not only at the national level—between Ukraine and the United States—but also in relations with individual U.S. states, between our communities, and our people. This partnership strengthens both Ukraine and America, our positions in the world, our economies, and our societies,” Zelenskyy wrote.

“Today, another important partnership document was signed—a Memorandum of Cooperation between the Zhytomyr region and the state of Indiana. The document outlines the development of economic ties and investments, the strengthening of trade relations, and the exchange of experience in the agricultural sector and high-tech manufacturing,” he continued.

“I thank Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb for his comprehensive support of Ukraine,” he added.

Holcomb visited Ukraine and met with Zelenskyy.

FOX 59 reports:

Gov. Eric Holcomb is visiting Ukraine and will meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

It marks the first time a U.S. governor has traveled to Ukraine since Russia invaded in February 2022, according to the governor’s office.

“Indiana’s reach far extends beyond our state borders. Where others may hesitate, Hoosiers step up, especially for friends in need,” Holcomb said. “Ukrainians have long been known to be resilient, courageous and innovative. By strengthening our global connections, even during the most challenging of times, our people and their communities can mutually grow and ultimately prosper.”

The governor and a small delegation traveled from Milan to Kyiv for the one-day visit, according to a news release from Holcomb’s office. He’ll talk with U.S. and Ukrainian officials about Indiana’s role in maintaining overseas economic, academic and cultural relationships.

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“During a surprise stop in war-torn Ukraine Thursday, Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ukrainian province of Zhytomyr intended to promote academic, agricultural and cultural collaboration,” Indiana Capital Chronicle stated.

Per Indiana Capital Chronicle:

The three-part MOU focuses on education, agriculture and culture.

Holcomb said Indiana and Zhytomyr had “overlapping similarities” in terrain, industrial sectors — manufacturing, life sciences, logistics — and beyond.

Indiana could double down on scholarship programs to bring more Ukrainian students to the state, for example.

His office has a to-do list for when the delegation returns, which includes reaching out to agricultural companies, museums, musical programs and so on.

“Thinking about … where we could be of assistance, not just in this hour of need in Ukraine, but thinking long term, how we can grow together,” he said. “It just made perfect sense to form this marriage.”

Holcomb turned to partnerships when asked how Indiana, as a single U.S. state, could assist a nation under siege.

“Two-thirds of Ukraine is free and open. … This country doesn’t get to just check out and and think about the economy next year,” he said. “Life has to go on, and that requires partnerships, … even in a time of war.”

“As for what one state can do, I mean, tens of millions of dollars,” he added.


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