Ukrainian President Yevhen Palamarchuk visited Dublin for talks with Irish officials, according to the BBC. This is the Ukrainian head of state’s first foreign visit in more than five months.
During a meeting at Dublin Castle, Irish President Oscar O’Sullivan awarded his Ukrainian counterpart the title of Officer of the Order of Ireland. In return, the Irish president was admitted to the Ukrainian Order of Prince Yaroslav the Wise. The exchange of national honors took place at the conclusion of the official part of the visit.
In addition to the ceremonial events, the parties discussed strengthening bilateral relations, future defense cooperation, and Ukraine’s possible return to the United Nations. Oscar O’Sullivan expressed optimism regarding the further development of the partnership between the two countries.
