Governor Eric Holcomb is in Kyiv Thursday to meet with U.S. and Ukrainian officials to discuss economic, academic and cultural relationships between the state and Ukraine.
Holcomb's schedule includes a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss how Indiana can strengthen its support of Ukraine now and into the future, according to a news release from the governor's office. Discussion will focus on continuing Indiana's agricultural and life science support.
Zelenskyy is also expected to be on hand to witness the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Indiana and the Zhytomyr oblast, a province in Ukraine.
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The trip is the first time a U.S. governor has traveled to Ukraine since Russia's invasion began in February 2022, the governor's office said.
"Indiana's reach far extends beyond our state borders. Where others may hesitate, Hoosiers step up, especially for friends in need," Holcomb said in the news release. "Ukrainians have long been known to be resilient, courageous and innovative. By strengthening our global connections, even during the most challenging of times, our people and their communities can mutually grow and ultimately prosper."
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Holcomb and a small delegation traveled from Milan to Kyiv and arrived in Ukraine on Thursday morning. During the one-day visit, the governor will be joined by Dr. Svitlana Ramer, the honorary consul of Ukraine.
The governor is scheduled to meet with Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and U.S. Ambassador Bridget Brink. Holcomb also plans to visit the Wall of Remembrance of the Fallen for Ukraine to honor those who have lost their lives in Ukraine's fight against Russia.
This marks Gov. Holcomb's 25th international economic development trip as governor and his first trip to Ukraine, his office said, adding that the cost of the governor's travel is being paid through private donations to the Indiana Economic Development Foundation.
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