Chilean President Gabriel Boric and Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelensky held a virtual meeting to discuss Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and ways to strengthen ties with Latin America. The leaders also discussed the recent arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court for Russian President Vladimir Putin, accused of war crimes. Zelensky thanked Boric for “cooperation in international forums” and sought increased “consolidation of Latin American support” for Ukraine.
Boric requested more details from Zelensky regarding the progress of the war, the suffering of the Ukrainian people, and the decision of the ICC to order Putin’s arrest. He also affirmed Chile’s commitment to support Ukraine in all multilateral spaces to achieve peace.
The meeting highlights the growing concern of Latin American countries regarding Russia’s aggressive actions and their impact on international stability. It also underscores the importance of international cooperation in addressing global crises such as the conflict in Ukraine.
Zelensky’s outreach to Chile and other Latin American nations reflects Ukraine’s efforts to build a network of regional support to counter Russian aggression. The meeting may lead to increased diplomatic and economic ties between Ukraine and Latin America, as well as a greater understanding of the situation in Ukraine among Latin American leaders.
Overall, the virtual meeting between Boric and Zelensky is a positive development in the ongoing efforts to promote peace and stability in Ukraine and the wider world. It is hoped that it will contribute to the resolution of the conflict in Ukraine and the prevention of future conflicts.
