Estonian, Ukrainian Prime Ministers meet in Kyiv

He announced this on his social media page on platform X.

During his visit to Kyiv, Michal will meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, and Verkhovna Rada Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk.

"Supporting Ukraine until victory will remain Estonia's priority, we will make no concessions. Ukraine's victory is a win for Europe, the U.S., and to the whole democratic world," he emphasized.

Talks with Ukrainian PM

During his visit to Kyiv, Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal held talks with his Ukrainian counterpart Denys Shmyhal. This was highlighted by the head of the Ukrainian government on his Telegram channel.

"I’m pleased to welcome Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal to Kyiv. This is his first official visit to Ukraine, marking another important step in strengthening our comprehensive partnership," noted Shmyhal.

The talks covered several key areas:

Security and defense: Estonia initiated the creation of a coalition on ammunition, an IT coalition, and the Tallinn Cyber Support Mechanism for Ukraine. Shmyhal emphasized the importance of Ukraine joining the Nordic-Baltic region's Joint Expeditionary Forces.

Reconstruction of Ukraine: Estonia became the first country to take patronage over the Zhytomyr region, where several infrastructure projects have been implemented, including the construction of a kindergarten, a family-type home, and a bridge. The development of a Recovery Plan for Ukraine's maritime sector and a mechanism to compensate for damages with Russian assets were also discussed.

Energy: Through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism, Estonia provided Ukraine with over 140 transformers and 300 units of energy equipment. A new energy block from the Auvere power plant will soon provide electricity to 150,000 people in Ukraine, with plans to transfer two more energy blocks in 2025.

Efforts for a just peace: Leaders discussed the next steps for implementing Ukraine’s Peace Formula proposed by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as well as preparations for the second Global Summit aimed at achieving peace.

EU Integration for Ukraine: Shmyhal highlighted the importance of Estonia’s support in Ukraine’s European integration process, particularly in the adoption of key decisions within the EU.

Following the meeting, Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal and Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal signed a Joint Declaration.

In the declaration, they:

• Declared the strengthening of bilateral partnership;
• Confirmed their determination to stand against Russian aggression;
• Emphasized Estonia's unwavering political support for Ukraine on all key issues;
• Called on the EU to intensify sanctions pressure on Russia, including a full trade embargo, sanctions against Gazprom, Russian oil companies, and Rosatom;
• Agreed on measures to strengthen sanctions to counter Russia's shadow fleet;
• Committed to supporting President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's Victory Plan and Ukraine's invitation to NATO membership;
• Highlighted Estonia's firm backing for Ukraine's accession to the European Union.

"We work together for the security of our people, for a better future for our countries, and for a just peace for future generations," summed up the Ukrainian Prime Minister.

• On November 16, Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur announced another aid package for Ukraine, including equipment and ammunition.