Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has emphasized that Kyiv continues to work actively to strengthen ties with former USSR countries. In his statement, he paid particular attention to the prospects for cooperation with Armenia and Azerbaijan.
According to Zelenskyy, Ukraine deems it necessary to establish strong and cooperative relations with independent Azerbaijan, while at the same time supporting the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity in principle. At the same time, the president stressed that the same approach applies to Armenia. Zelenskyy particularly highlighted the fact that for the first time after a long hiatus, it has become possible to restore Armenian-Ukrainian relations this year.
According to the Ukrainian leader, engagement with post-Soviet states contributes to the further strengthening of their independence. From this perspective, the development of such ties is of key importance for Kyiv and is viewed as a vital direction of its foreign policy.
This statement signals a realignment in Ukraine's foreign policy, where the former Soviet space is becoming increasingly significant. The restoration of relations with Armenia suggests that Kyiv is seeking to diversify its ties, regardless of existing regional complexities.
It is noteworthy that Ukraine bases its position on the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity, which have consistently been the foundation of official Kyiv's foreign policy course. It remains to be seen what practical steps this diplomatic rapprochement will take and what impact it will have on the bilateral agenda.
