The European Union will allocate €75 million in grant assistance for the restoration of the New Safe Confinement at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. This was announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen during the G7 summit.
The funds will be used to restore the protective structure over the destroyed fourth reactor unit of the Chernobyl plant, which was damaged as a result of Russian attacks.
First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine and Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal thanked the European Union and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen for the decision to support the restoration of the facility and strengthen nuclear safety.
“This contribution is an important step toward restoring the protective structure over the destroyed reactor and strengthening nuclear safety in Ukraine and across Europe. Restoring damaged energy infrastructure, increasing the resilience of the energy system, and ensuring reliable energy supply remain among our priorities. I am grateful to the European Commission and all our partners for their continued support. Together we are strengthening Ukraine’s energy security and resilience despite ongoing energy terror,” Shmyhal said.
Ursula von der Leyen also noted that the European Union is coordinating preparations for Ukraine’s next autumn–winter period. In particular, efforts are being made to mobilize international support to strengthen the resilience of Ukraine’s energy system ahead of winter.
The Commission President emphasized that Europe continues its unwavering support for Ukraine amid intensified Russian attacks, and that EU financial assistance covers a significant portion of the country’s needs.
Von der Leyen also stressed that the European Union continues to support Ukraine not only in resisting Russian aggression but also on its path toward EU membership. She highlighted Ukraine’s progress in implementing reforms and said the EU is ready to continue advancing the accession negotiation process.
