On 19 March, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Mariana Betsa delivered an online address as part of the biannual Strategic Session of Ukraine Communications Group (UCG), held in Brussels with organisational support of the European External Action Service.

In her speech, the Deputy Minister underscored the importance of maintaining international attention on Russia’s war against Ukraine and of strengthening collective pressure on Russia to end its war. A key focus of the address was countering Russian disinformation, particularly regarding the issue of Ukrainian children illegally abducted by Russia, within the framework of multilateral diplomacy and international organisations.

Mariana Betsa expressed gratitude for the support provided by the Communications Group to Ukraine’s communication initiatives and projects, and emphasised: “Over the past year, Ukraine Communications Group has become not only a platform for professional dialogue, but also an effective mechanism for advancing initiatives to counter Russian disinformation and Russian aggression”. 

Amplifying Ukraine’s voice in countries across Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia remains a key priority. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is actively implementing the regional strategies “Ukraine – Africa” and “Ukraine – Latin America and the Caribbean”, while simultaneously strengthening its diplomatic presence in these regions. This year, a strategy focused on countries in Southeast Asia will also be presented.

At the Strategic Session of Ukraine Communications Group in Brussels on 19–20 March 2026, representatives of 17 institutions are participating alongside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, including foreign ministries of European states, Canada, as well as the EU and NATO. UCG priority topics include the protection of peace based on the principles of the UN Charter, the restoration of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognised borders, and the return of Ukrainian children illegally abducted by Russia. 

Ukraine Communications Group (UCG) is a format established in 2024 to coordinate efforts and initiatives in the field of strategic communications aimed at countering Russian disinformation and propaganda.