Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha: «I had a friendly conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of Mozambique Maria Manuela dos Santos Lucas.

I informed my colleague that last night Russia carried out yet another brutal attack against Ukraine, continuing to kill our children in their sleep. I also drew attention to Russia’s ongoing aggression and its attempts to lure citizens of African countries into its criminal war.

Building on the recent opening of Ukraine’s embassy in Maputo, we discussed the potential of Ukraine–Mozambique relations and ways to strengthen our bilateral cooperation in a systematic and diversified manner, including through exchanges of visits.

I expressed Ukraine’s solidarity with the people of Mozambique following the devastating floods and reaffirmed our readiness to continue our support.

In this regard, I highlighted Ukraine’s contribution to global food security, including supplies to countries in Africa and in particular to Mozambique through the Grain from Ukraine and Food from Ukraine initiatives.

We agreed to continue strengthening Ukraine–Mozambique relations and enhancing our coordination within international organizations».