US and Ukraine sign 10-year security agreement

The signed security agreement between the United States and Ukraine takes place within the framework of the G7 summit in Italy

The governments of The United States and Ukraine has signed on Ten-year security agreement Validity within the framework of the G7 summit in ItalyA treaty aimed at “strengthening” Kiev’s capabilities when it comes to defending itself The invasion by Russia began in February 2022,

“Our goal is to strengthen credible defense and deterrent capabilities in Ukraine for the long term,” the US President said. Joe Bidenafter signing the agreement, before adding that “a lasting peace for Ukraine must be supported by Ukraine itself.” Ukraine’s ability to defend itself To prevent future attacks, both now and at any time in the future.

Thus far, Biden has emphasized that The goal of both countries is to achieve “just peace”which he defined as “peace rooted in the UN Charter and the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity.” He added, “It is broad-based peace around the world that holds Russia accountable for the damage it has caused in this war.”

Positive outcome of the summit

The White House tenant also praised “Important outcome” of the G7 summit. By unlocking part of the $280 billion (approximately 261,000 million euros) in frozen Russian goods and deliver them to Kiev and argued that it is a “reminder” to Russian President Vladimir Putin that Ukraine’s allies “are not backing down.”

“I am pleased to say that the G7 have this week concluded a plan to unblock and $50 billion (about 46,690 euros) Those assets were frozen so that that money would work for Ukraine,” he explained during a press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after the signing of the agreement.

Furthermore, he has argued that, in addition to these issues, The G7 has taken a “big step” in support of Ukraine By reaching an agreement to impose sanctions on countries supporting Russia’s war efforts. According to a statement published by the White House, he defended, saying, “Collectively, this is a series of powerful actions that will create strong pillars for Ukraine’s success.”

Biden has reiterated that Washington is working to “ensure” this Ukraine “can defend itself now and deter aggression in the future” and has said he would do so “not by sending American troops to fight in Ukraine, but by giving them” Weapons and ammunitionExpanding the intelligence it shares, training brave Ukrainian soldiers at bases in Europe and the United States, and improving interoperability between militaries in line with standards. NATO«, Among other points.

“A historic day”

For his part, Volodymyr Zelensky has spoken out “Historic Day” and added that the agreement “It is the strongest since independence”. “This is an agreement on security and, therefore, the protection of human life.” A cooperation agreement and, therefore, our nations will be stronger. “This is an agreement on steps to ensure lasting peace and, therefore, it will benefit everyone in the world, because the Russian war is a real global threat.”

In what sense, Biden’s “leadership” has been praisedwhom he thanked for “years of support for Ukraine”, and stressed that “the agreement is very specific on strengthening the defence industries of both countries through the supply of essential arms, joint production and cooperation”.

“We are clearly defining everything,” said Zelensky, who stressed that “it is very important for all Ukrainians and all Europeans to know that there will be no security deficit in Europe that would encourage the aggressor to start more wars and make the future uncertain.”

Security agreements with the G7

The agreement was signed a few hours after Zelensky and Prime Minister of Japan, Fumio Kishidathey will sign a Agreement on Security and Bilateral Cooperation for the next ten years, under which Tokyo has committed to supply around $4.5 billion (just under 4.2 billion euros) this year.

That is why Zelensky has praised it that “There are already seven security agreements with all G7 countries“, revealing that there are “ten others that are being prepared.” “The focus is on accelerating the delivery of the packages promised to Ukraine at the G7 summit meetings,” he said in a message on his account on the social network X.

“The main result is that There will be more air security for our cities“Patriot has already become a Ukrainian word,” he said, referring to a surface-to-air missile system requested by Kiev from its allies to counter bombing by Russian forces.

“In addition, there will be More equipment and other essential supplies for the front“Emphasized Zelensky, who also highlighted the “important decision” on the use of frozen Russian assets and their delivery to Kiev. “This is the first important step of the G7 towards $50 billion. I thank my colleagues for their support.”

Terms of the agreement with the United States

Agreement signed by Biden and Zelensky Washington is committed to “strengthening and sustaining” Credible defense and deterrence capabilities on behalf of Ukraine”, including deepening security and defence cooperation through the training of Ukrainian forces, cooperation in arms manufacturing, the delivery of military assistance, and the exchange of intelligence.

moreover white House In detail, the agreement also includes the following measures:Strengthening Ukraine’s ability to continue the fight over a long period of time«, including boosting Kiev’s defense industrial base and supporting economic recovery and energy security in the face of devastation caused by Russian aggression.

This agreement also reflects a commitment to:Accelerate Ukraine’s Euro-Atlantic integration“, which includes the implementation of reforms to Kiev’s official, economic and security institutions to align with the “accession objectives” of the European Union (EU) and NATO.

On the other hand, bet on “A just peace” that “respects Ukraine’s rights” and the initiation of “consultations at the highest level” in the event that Russia “launches an armed attack against Ukraine in the future” so that “appropriate and necessary measures can be taken to support Ukraine and impose costs on Russia.”

Commitment to democracy

The first paragraph of the agreement also establishes that the agreement is based on “shared principles” between the United States and Ukraine, among them “full respect for the independence and sovereignty of each Party and full respect for the obligations of the Parties” under international law and the principles and purposes of the United Nations Charter.

Cooperation between the parties is strengthened by their A shared commitment to democracyHe The rule of lawThe human rightThe Transparency and accountability“, he adds, “cooperation between the parties is aimed at strengthening Euro-Atlantic security, stability and prosperity, improving deterrence and defence integration and interoperability.”