The President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in the elections, stressing the importance of the strategic partnership between Ukraine and the United States. Zelensky mentioned their meeting in September, when the two discussed cooperation in the context of Russian aggression and the Victory Plan, which will lead to peace in Ukraine.
„I appreciate President Trump's commitment to a “peace through strength” in global affairs. This is precisely the principle that can practically bring a just peace in Ukraine closer. I hope that together we will put it into action," said Zelensky, expressing his desire to strengthen the strategic relationship between the two countries.
The President of Ukraine expressed optimism about the future of bilateral relations, stressing that Ukraine is looking forward to the era of a strong United States of America under the leadership of Trump.
„We count on continued strong bipartisan support for Ukraine in the United States”, Zelensky also said.
In conclusion, he expressed his desire for the development of mutually beneficial political and economic cooperation that would benefit both peoples and contribute to long-term peace and security in Europe and the transatlantic community. “I look forward to personally congratulating President Trump and discussing ways to strengthen Ukraine's strategic partnership with the United States,” Zelensky concluded.