G7 Leaders to Bolster Support for Ukraine and Address China’s Growing Influence at Annual Summit

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Southern Italy, June 2024 – The Group of Seven (G7) leaders are set to convene for their annual summit on Thursday, with a strong focus on reinforcing financial support for Ukraine amidst its ongoing conflict with Russia and presenting a cohesive stance against China’s expanding political and economic ambitions. For the second consecutive year, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will join the summit discussions, underscoring the international community’s continued attention to the war in Ukraine. President Zelenskiy is expected to participate in key talks on Thursday, where he will also sign a significant long-term security accord with U.S. President Joe Biden. This agreement is anticipated to further solidify U.S. commitments to Ukraine’s security in the face of Russian aggression. One of the major agenda items for the G7 leaders is the proposed financial package for Ukraine. Reports suggest that the leaders are poised to announce an agreement, at least in principle, to provide $50 billion in loans to Ukraine.

















