Representatives of the governments of three Polish voivodeships – Subcarpathian, Lublin, and Podlaskie – gathered to align with the Ukrainian side the actions aimed at providing aid to Ukraine in the face of the energy crisis.
This information was confirmed by Oleh Kuts, the Consul General of Ukraine in Lublin, who attended the meeting.
A coordination meeting was held in Lublin to strengthen interregional cooperation, as well as to provide assistance to the Ukrainian regions affected by Russia’s attacks on the energy infrastructure.
– Oleh Kuts
Key Participants and the Scale of the Meeting
According to Oleh Kuts, the meeting took place with the support of the marshals’ offices of the Lublin and Subcarpathian voivodeships, as well as representatives of local self-government bodies from nearly twenty towns and communes in the south-eastern part of Poland – including Holma, Biłgoraj, Ryki, Terespol, Stalowa Wola, Strzyżów, and Pilzno, Tarnawatki. From the Ukrainian side, representatives of the Consulate General in Lublin and the authorities of the Ternopil Oblast participated.
Kuts stressed that during the meeting they discussed strengthening cooperation between Ukrainian and Polish territorial communities. The need for further support for Ukraine amid the energy crisis, caused by the aggressor country’s attacks, was also emphasized.
“The development of interregional cooperation between Ukraine and Poland takes on particular significance in the context of current security challenges. The support of Polish regions is especially valuable at a time of attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. It is precisely at the level of territorial communities that a strong foundation for long-term partnership, solidarity, and mutual support is formed. Such interaction creates real opportunities for implementing joint initiatives, exchanging experience, and providing practical assistance, including in the area of energy security.”
– Oleh Kuts
Ongoing Support and Joint Steps
The Consul General expressed gratitude to the Polish people, local government authorities, and partners for solidarity, ongoing support for Ukraine, and understanding of the importance of assistance during the challenging period of energy-related challenges. He emphasized that it is precisely the close cooperation between territorial communities “that creates a solid foundation for sustainable development, trust, and successful coordination of efforts for a common Victory.”
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