Poroshenko: EPP’s resolution reaffirms support for Ukraine, demand for just peace
Ukrainian parliamentarian, leader of the European Solidarity party Petro Poroshenko shared key aspects of the adopted Resolution in support of Ukraine at the Congress of the European People's Party (EPP) in Valencia. The document takes into account the proposals that Poroshenko presented during its preparation, it is reported on social networks.
The EPP resolution also provides for an increase in the volume of defence support for Ukraine, the development of joint defence production and investments in the defence industry, as well as the financing of reforms.
He stressed that sanctions against Russia should remain in place until a sustainable peace is established that will guarantee security on the continent. Poroshenko also called for the deployment of a military contingent of EU countries in Ukraine as part of a "coalition of the willing" to prevent repeated aggression.
Separately, the EPP appealed to the Ukrainian authorities to respect the principles of democracy, political pluralism and the rule of law even during martial law.
"We ensured that the issue of Ukraine became the number one priority. Each speech contained words of support for our state. Our initiative on non-recognition of the territories occupied by Russia was also supported. This is a powerful signal from Valencia," the leader of European Solidarity emphasized.
"We cannot allow the curtailment of democracy, freedoms and human rights. These are fundamental values that form the basis of negotiations on EU membership," Poroshenko concluded.