Travel to Ukraine, India, and Vietnam, September 6-11, 2023

Summary

• Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken arrived in Ukraine on September 6, 2023, to meet with senior Ukrainian officials and demonstrate the United States’ unwavering commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and democracy, especially in the face of Russia’s aggression.  While in Ukraine, Secretary Blinken met with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, and Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba to discuss Ukraine’s ongoing counteroffensive and future recovery and reconstruction efforts.  The Secretary addressed Ukraine’s energy, security, and humanitarian needs, and made announcements about how the United States can continue supporting Ukraine in these areas.

• Secretary Blinken accompanies President Biden on travel to India and Vietnam from September 8-11, 2023.