Johnson presents new aid package to Ukraine during visit to Kyiv

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has presented a new package of financial and military assistance to Ukraine as part of his visit to Kyiv.

He wrote this on Twitter, Ukrinform reports.

"Today I met my friend, President Zelensky, in Kyiv as a show of our unwavering support for the people of Ukraine. We're setting out a new package of financial & military aid which is a testament of our commitment to his country's struggle against Russia’s barbaric campaign," the tweet reads.

According to a statement posted on the UK government's website, Johnson set out new military assistance of 120 armored vehicles and new anti-ship missile systems, "to support Ukraine in this crucial phase while Russia's illegal assault continues."

He also confirmed further economic support to Ukraine, guaranteeing an additional $500 million in World Bank lending to Ukraine, "taking our total loan guarantee to up to $1 billion." This comes alongside the GBP 394 million the UK has provided in grant aid, and will help ensure the continued running of vital humanitarian services for Ukrainians.

The UK has also responded to the request of the Ukrainian government by liberalizing all tariffs on imports from Ukraine and providing customs easements, as part of the UK's commitment to the country's economic stability.

"It is a privilege to be able to travel to Ukraine and meet President Zelensky in person in Kyiv today. Ukraine has defied the odds and pushed back Russian forces from the gates of Kyiv, achieving the greatest feat of arms of the 21st century. […] I made clear today that the United Kingdom stands unwaveringly with them in this ongoing fight, and we are in it for the long run," Johnson said.

Earlier on Saturday, Deputy Head of the Ukrainian President's Office Andrii Sybiha said that Zelensky was holding a meeting with Boris Johnson in Kyiv.

The head of the President's Office, Andriy Yermak, said that Johnson's visit to Kyiv was not spontaneous, and his conversation with Zelensky turned out to be constructive.

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