President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone call with President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron.
Volodymyr Zelensky thanked for the launch of the Artillery Coalition initiative and for France's commitment to produce dozens of advanced CAESAR artillery systems and ammunition for Ukraine in 2024.
The parties discussed in detail the battlefield situation and Ukraine's defense needs. In particular, the priorities for inclusion in the next military aid package from France. Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized the importance of further bolstering Ukraine's air defense system.
The President of Ukraine also thanked for the active support of French business, which is investing and is willing to increase investments in Ukraine despite the war.
Volodymyr Zelensky spoke about the start of preparations for the Global Peace Summit. The interlocutors noted the importance of involving the widest possible range of countries in it.
The leaders instructed political and military advisors to start preparing for the French President's upcoming visit to Ukraine and to expedite negotiations on a bilateral agreement on security commitments within the Vilnius G7 Declaration.
