Nuland: Next U.S. bailout package for Ukraine linked to reforms

U.S. Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs Victoria Nuland met with Ukrainian Prime Minister Volodymyr Groysman and confirmed readiness of the United States to provide financial assistance after Ukraine adopts important laws to continue the reforms within the framework of agreements with the IMF.

This is reported by Government portal.

"The U.S. Assistant Secretary confirmed the readiness of the United States to provide another bailout for Ukraine after adoption of the laws important for continuation of the reforms that were set forth within the framework of agreements with the International Monetary Fund," the statement reads.

The parties also discussed the progress in implementation of the Minsk agreements. Victoria Nuland reiterated the U.S. administration's commitment to the principles of respect for territorial integrity, sovereignty and inviolability of the borders of Ukraine.

"Ukraine has already shown great progress, but there is still much work to be done," Nuland said.

In turn, Prime Minister Volodymyr Groysman emphasized the government's determination to carry out reforms, including on fighting corruption, particularly, the reform of the Ukrainian customs.

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