During the visit of Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France Jean-Noël Barrot to Kyiv, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha announced an agreement on the organization of the Ukrainian Season in France titled “Voyage to Ukraine.”

The cultural initiative will take place in France from December 2025 to March 2026.

“This is a large-scale initiative under the patronage of our ministries, implemented by the French and Ukrainian Institutes in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture of France. We aim to introduce the French public to the unique Ukrainian culture and art. The mutual understanding of our cultures will bring our nations even closer,” stated Andrii Sybiha at a joint press conference with his French counterpart in Kyiv.

The "Voyage to Ukraine" Season is designed to honor the resilience and creativity of Ukrainian society in response to Russian aggression.

Through artistic events, meetings, and discussions, the French audience will gain a deeper understanding of the richness of Ukrainian culture.

This initiative will also foster the development of professional ties between the cultural communities of France, Ukraine, and other European countries, enhancing cultural cooperation and supporting Ukraine's European integration.

The program's organization has been entrusted to the French Institute and the Ukrainian Institute, which are implementing it based on a partnership agreement signed on May 22, 2024, in Kyiv.

The institutes will closely cooperate with the relevant ministries, embassies, and other stakeholders, including state institutions, local governments, businesses, and civil society organizations that support resistance to Russian aggression and the recovery of Ukraine.

For reference: The Ukrainian Institute, under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is a state institution operating in the field of cultural diplomacy. Its activities aim to improve global understanding and perception of Ukraine and strengthen its cultural ties with other countries. Established by the Government of Ukraine, the Institute operates under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Since 2023, the Ukrainian Institute has maintained a representative office in France.