Ukraine is wrapping up preparations for the IV International Summit on Food Security in Kyiv, despite the ongoing war, reinforcing its role as a global guarantor of food solidarity. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha announced this on social media platform X.
“Even during wartime, Ukraine remains a guarantor of global food solidarity,” the head of Ukrainian diplomacy stated.
He reminded that thanks to President Zelensky's initiative “Grain from Ukraine,” over 320,000 tons of Ukrainian food products have already reached 18 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.
The Foreign Minister emphasized that Ukraine's role as a guarantor of food security holds deep historical significance for the Ukrainian people.
“As we approach the Day of Remembrance for the Holodomor victims on November 22, we are reminded that hunger must never again be used as a weapon anywhere in the world,” he stressed.
He assured that Ukraine would continue to resist food blackmail and uphold the principle that access to food is a fundamental human right.
“As a nation that suffered genocide by famine in the past, Ukraine is ready to assist all those facing the threat of hunger,” Sybiha highlighted.
The Minister added that Kyiv anticipates important global discussions at the summit regarding solidarity, resilience, and shared commitments.