Upon Ukraine’s request, we have agreed that NATO should assist Ukraine to develop a procurement system that is effective, transparent and accountable. So Foreign Minister Kuleba, High Representative Borrell and I discussed the need to ramp up production. This has become a grinding war of attrition,Īnd key capabilities must reach Ukraine before Russia can seize the momentum. It is urgent to deliver on all these pledges. I welcome the recent announcements by Allies on new tanks, heavy weaponry, and training for Ukrainian troops. We must give Ukraine what they need to win.Īnd prevail as a sovereign independent nation in Europe. So we must sustain and step up our support for Ukraine. It would be dangerous for our own security, and for the whole world. We are also increasingly concerned that China may be planning to provide lethal support for Russia’s war. On the contrary, as he made clear today, he is preparing for more war.Īnd reaching out to North Korea and Iran. We see no sign that President Putin is preparing for peace. One year since he launched the Russian invasion, He thought he could destroy Ukraine and divide us.īut he underestimated the determination of the Ukrainian people to defend their homeland.
It is Putin who keeps escalating the war. It is President Putin who started this imperial war of conquest. It is great to see you both here at NATO Headquarters, so welcome to both of you.Ī year ago, President Putin launched his illegal war against a peaceful neighbour.Īnd we are supporting Ukraine’s right to self-defence, a right which is enshrined in the UN Charter.
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