Q COSTA RICA — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a significant phone conversation on August 11 with Costa Rican President Laura Fernández Delgado, marking a step toward closer cooperation between the two nations.
During the call, the leaders exchanged warm words of support and discussed several key areas of mutual interest, notably Ukraine’s ongoing security challenges and Costa Rica’s desire to learn from Ukraine’s experience in this sector. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for Costa Rica’s support for Ukraine amid the continuing geopolitical tensions and conflict affecting his country.
The conversation also touched on humanitarian concerns, including the return of Ukrainian children who had been displaced or affected by the conflict. Both presidents agreed on the importance of humanitarian aid and cooperation.
A notable outcome of the dialogue was the mutual invitations extended by both leaders for official visits. President Zelenskyy invited President Fernández to visit Ukraine, while she reciprocated by inviting him to Costa Rica. This exchange signals a potential deepening of diplomatic and bilateral ties.
Furthermore, the presidents agreed that their respective teams would work on establishing a format for a possible high-level meeting to explore avenues for broader cooperation. This includes areas such as security expertise, bilateral cooperation, and potentially other sectors where their partnership could flourish.
Costa Rica, under President Fernández’s leadership, has shown a keen interest in enhancing its security framework, and Ukraine’s experience in dealing with security threats offers valuable insights. The dialogue also highlights Costa Rica’s growing role on the international stage through such diplomatic engagements.
This conversation represents a diplomatic opening for stronger ties and collaboration between Ukraine and Costa Rica, reflecting shared interests in security, humanitarian concerns, and international cooperation.