The UK has announced the allocation of at least £242 million to support Ukraine amid constant Russian attacks, as well as the allocation of US$484 million in financial support and the supply of military equipment.
David Lammy, UK Foreign Secretary, and Antony Blinken, US Secretary of State, reaffirmed the UK and US joint support for Ukraine during their joint visit to Kyiv on 11 September. This is the first joint visit of the UK Foreign Secretary and the US Secretary of State in history, which underlines the UK and US unwavering commitment to support Ukraine, the FCDO said.
During his first visit as Foreign Secretary to Ukraine, Mr Lammy announced at least £600 million worth of support to Ukraine against Russia’s illegal invasion.
A total of £242 million will be made available in 2024-2025 for urgent humanitarian, energy and stabilisation needs, as well as to support reform, recovery and reconstruction. As Russian missile and drone attacks continue to kill civilians and destroy vital infrastructure, the commitment will ensure support to the most vulnerable groups in Ukraine, as well as support for longer-term economic, recovery and energy needs.
The Foreign Secretary also announced the intention to provide US$484 million in loan guarantees for World Bank lending before the end of the year to bolster Ukraine’s economic stability.
