“We had a very detailed meeting with the vice-president. He stressed at the outset that Ukraine is a reliable strategic partner of the United States. We firmly hope for cooperation, including in the defense sector, for the supply of all types of weapons to Ukraine, ”said the head of state.
He thanked Washington for additional financial support for Ukraine.
“I asked to convey gratitude to the US President, the congress in terms of financial support for Ukraine. You know that the budget has signed over $ 700 million for additional support from our state, ”he said.
Poroshenko's speech was broadcasted by the 112 Ukraine TV channel.
In the middle of December 2018, the Department of State announced new supplies of American weapons to Ukraine.
In the fall, Poroshenko also announced his intention to buy air defense systems from the United States.