Defence Minister Minto attended the Black Sea Security Conference in Bulgaria, affirming the UK’s support for Ukraine and European security. He highlighted the need for cooperation to address Russia’s aggression in the region, emphasizing ongoing diplomatic efforts to maintain stability alongside European allies.
The goal of the meeting was to foster collaboration and the development of military capabilities in light of Russia’s ongoing threat to regional stability in the Black Sea. In response to Putin’s aggression and unlawful invasion of Ukraine, the conference seeks to strengthen cooperation between the states bordering the Black Sea and its allies.
During the meeting, it was considered how to increase Ukraine’s maritime capabilities both now and in the future. UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps declared the UK’s leadership of the Maritime capabilities Coalition in December 2023.
One of the many things that the UK and Bulgaria have in common is our unwavering support for Ukraine against Putin’s heinous invasion, according to Defence Minister The Earl of Minto. In order to provide Ukraine with the tools it needs to defeat Russia and bring peace and security back to the Black Sea region, the UK, together with our allies and partners, will keep cooperating.
The transfer of two former Royal Navy boats to Ukraine, which arrived in Portsmouth last week, demonstrates the UK’s commitment to modernizing Ukraine’s Navy.
During the meeting, which Ukrainian delegates attended, it was emphasized how important it is to keep supporting Ukraine in order to make sure they beat Putin and restore peace and security in Europe.
The UK continues to assist regional security while standing with Ukraine. At the beginning of the month, Typhoons were sent to Romania to carry out NATO Air Policing patrols, ensuring the safety of the Black Sea region’s airspace. Thousands of UK military personnel are also participating in NATO Exercise Steadfast Defender this year, which is taking place all throughout Europe.
The Minister met with Atanas Zapryanov, the minister of defense for Bulgaria, while in Sofia to talk about common security issues and defense priorities. Tochytskyi Mykola, the deputy foreign minister of Ukraine, was also met by the minister.
