Canada details wartime and postwar aid plan for Ukraine
Photo: Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand (Getty Images)
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, during a meeting with her Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha, reaffirmed Canada's unwavering support for Ukraine and expressed readiness to contribute to multilateral security guarantees, according to the press service of Canada's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The ministers met on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, held February 13–15 in Germany.
Anita Anand reaffirmed Canada’s steadfast support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as for the Ukrainian people. She also stated that Ottawa is prepared to contribute to multilateral security guarantees for Ukraine within the framework of the Coalition of the Willing.
The minister separately emphasized Canada’s commitment to increasing economic pressure on Russia to limit its ability to continue the war.
The sides discussed efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace, including the development of the peace process. They also addressed Canada’s continued involvement in securing the return of Ukrainian prisoners of war, unlawfully detained civilians, and deported children.
Canada co-chairs, together with Ukraine, the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children.
In addition, Anand confirmed Canada’s commitment to supporting Ukraine’s recovery and reconstruction, including strengthening energy security.
It was recently reported that Canada is considering the deployment of its troops to Ukraine in the event of a peace agreement. Prime Minister Mark Carney said Ottawa’s initial contribution to security guarantees could include training for Ukrainian forces.
Late last year, Carney also announced an additional $2.5 billion in economic assistance for Ukraine.
RBC-Ukraine previously reported that Canada has officially joined the European SAFE defense program worth €150 billion, gaining access to joint arms procurement.
