Ukrainian President-elect Volodymyr Zelensky already held conversations with Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau and British Prime Minister Theresa May. Both parties discussed the deepening and strengthening bilateral cooperation and partnership and support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

"The Prime Minister reiterated support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and our desire to expand our already significant defence and security cooperation. The Prime Minister stressed the importance of our two countries working together alongside the international community to deter Russian aggression," according to a press release published on the official website of the British Government. Theresa May also congratulated Zelensky on his success in the presidential elections.

"She assured President-elect Zelensky of the UK's support for his upcoming Presidency and Ukraine's democratic future, and our willingness to continue and increase our already deep partnership across a range of areas," the statement said. In addition, the British Prime Minister invited Ukraine's future president to visit the UK at the earliest opportunity and they agreed to remain in close touch.

Source: UNIAN