Canada Welcomes Zelenskyy With Major Financial Commitment
Canada officially welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy by announcing an economic aid package worth CAN$2.5 billion. The money shows that Ottawa is still politically and financially backing Ukraine, even though there is still fighting with Russia.
The news came out as Zelenskyy was arriving in Halifax for important talks. Canadian officials said that the package was necessary for Ukraine’s economy to stay strong.
High-Level Talks Took Place in Halifax
Zelenskyy met with Mark Carney, the Prime Minister of Canada, shortly after he got to Halifax. Before the leaders went into private talks, Carney confirmed the promise of help.
The talks were mostly about how to keep the economy stable and how to keep the peace process going. Officials said the meeting was helpful and well-timed for planning.
Aid Package Signals Long-Term Support
The CAN$2.5 billion package is meant to help Ukraine’s economy while the military pressure continues. Canadian leaders stressed that financial help is still important, along with diplomatic engagement.
The money shows that Canada is more in line with its allies who are helping Ukraine. It also strengthens Ottawa’s role as a steady supporter since the start of the conflict.
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Carney said that the current situation could make it possible to make real progress toward a peace deal. He was cautiously hopeful about the progress of diplomacy.
Carney Talks About What It Takes to Make Peace
Prime Minister Carney told reporters that the leaders of Ukraine have made it possible for a fair and long-lasting solution. He said that Zelenskyy’s approach helped keep international trust.
Carney said that efforts to make peace must respect Ukraine’s independence. He said again that Canada supports a fairly negotiated settlement.
Telephone Diplomacy Preceded Halifax Meeting
The two leaders talked on the phone the day before the in-person talks. The main topic of that call was the latest news about peace talks.
Carney reportedly praised Zelenskyy’s ongoing efforts to bring about peace, according to official sources. He also talked about how strong Ukrainians are as they face another winter of war.
