South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol and first lady Kim Keon Hee met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and first lady Olena Zelenska during a surprise visit to Ukraine on Saturday, Zelensky said in a message on Twitter, APA reports citing CNN.
"During this visit, the first in the history of our relations, we are discussing everything that is important for the normal and safe life of people, for the rules-based international order," Zelensky said.
They also discussed the deportation of Ukrainians to Russia, his 10-step peace formula and a global peace summit, food and energy security, and economic cooperation, according to the Ukrainian president.
"I am sure together we will give more strength to our nations and the global positions of Ukraine and the Republic of Korea," Zelensky said.
South Korea has pledged to increase its assistance to Ukraine from $100 million to $150 million this year, the leaders announced at a news conference after their meeting. Zelensky said Seoul is sending Ukraine special-purpose vehicles and equipment, including machines for removing landmines.
South Korea will also continue helping with various recovery efforts, including the rebuilding of schools, hospitals, homes and businesses, the Ukrainian president said.
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