Deputy Minister of Defence of Ukraine for European Integration Oleksandr Balanutsa held a conversation with Senior Minister of State for Defence of Singapore Zaqy Mohamad.

The parties discussed the current situation in Ukraine. Specifically, Deputy Minister Oleksandr Balanutsa shared his impressions from a recent visit to Kharkiv and talked about the construction of underground schools and hospitals to protect children from russian bombs and missiles.

“I thank Singapore for its steadfast position on respecting international law and the sanctions imposed on the aggressor. I am confident that our dialogue will continue. Ukraine is open to sharing its experiences in areas of shared interest to both countries,” Deputy Minister Oleksandr Balanutsa stated.

He also stressed that the entire civilized world must consolidate its efforts. Otherwise, other cases of aggression in the world could be provoked by the example of russia's impunity for the war.

The Deputy Minister of Defence of Ukraine expressed gratitude for the humanitarian aid provided by the Government of the Republic of Singapore.