Italian President Sergio Mattarella met with Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal in Rome and expressed support for Ukraine's EU accession as soon as possible.
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Italy is strongly in favour of Ukraine's adhesion to the European Union as soon as possible
The peace after the war must be fair for Ukraine and also expressed his support for the country's EU accession as soon as possible
Italian President Sergio Mattarella stated that Italy is strongly in favor of Ukraine's accession to the European Union as soon as possible and appreciated Ukraine's commitment to reform.
Denys Shmyhal thanked Italy for its extensive assistance and consistent stance in supporting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine.
Italy hosted a bilateral conference on Ukraine reconstruction in Rome with over 500 Italian and Ukrainian companies
Italian President Sergio Mattarella stated that Italy supports Ukraine's accession to the EU in the shortest possible terms.
Mattarella confirmed Italy's support for Ukraine will be comprehensive and sustained as long as necessary.
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