Rubio expects meeting: Possible talks with Zelenskyy at Munich Security Conference
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (photo: Getty Images)
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to meet with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, at the Munich Security Conference, which will take place February 13–15, CNN reports.
Rubio told journalists that, in his opinion, he will meet with Zelenskyy at the Munich Security Conference.
"I think he's going to be there, and there's a chance to see him. I believe it's on my schedule, not 100% certain, but I'm sure we will," Rubio said.
Zelenskyy himself earlier stated that, if possible, he will take part in this event depending on the security situation in Ukraine.
Munich Security Conference
February 13–15 Munich Security Conference will take place in Germany, where European security and the role of America, as well as the Russian war against Ukraine, will be discussed.
Nearly 50 heads of state and government confirmed participation. Participation of the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected.
Among key agenda issues:
- European security and defense;
- Future of transatlantic relations;
- Restoration of multilateral cooperation;
- Competition of different models of world order;
- Regional conflicts;
- Impact of the newest technologies on the security sphere.
As reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ukraine will receive special attention in various formats, and the key priorities of the delegation will be:
- Peaceful settlement of war;
- Strengthening of defense capabilities, including air defense;
- Strengthening energy resilience;
- Pressure on Russia through sanctions, political and diplomatic measures, and isolation.
In addition, for the first time at the Munich Conference, the Ukraine House will be opened — a symbol of support and a new role of Ukraine in global security.
