Zelensky Awards Order Of Merit To Antigua And Barbuda's Ambassador To US

(MENAFN- UkrinForm) The Embassy of Ukraine in the United States said this in a comment to Ukrinform.

The award was conferred by decree of President Volodymyr Zelensky in recognition of Sanders' significant personal contribution to strengthening interstate cooperation, supporting Ukraine's state sovereignty and territorial integrity, engaging in charitable activities, and promoting Ukraine internationally.

According to the embassy, Sanders has consistently supported Ukraine at the OAS since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion. With his active support, the issue of Russian aggression has been regularly brought before the organization, and member states have adopted documents in support of Ukraine and condemning Moscow's actions.

In particular, in April 2022, the OAS adopted a resolution suspending Russia's status as a permanent observer to the organization. The resolution was supported by 25 countries, while eight abstained and none voted against it.

At the award ceremony, Sanders stressed that his "commitment to Ukraine is rooted in the belief that the rights we demand for ourselves must be defended equally for others."

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The diplomat also said that Ukraine deserved a just peace that respects its sovereignty and territorial integrity and enables its people to rebuild the country with confidence in their future.

For his part, Sienik said Ukraine was ready to deepen cooperation with countries across the Americas, particularly in the field of unmanned technologies.

The ceremony was attended by OAS Secretary General Albert Ramdin and diplomats from countries across the continent.

Photo courtesy of the Embassy of Ukraine in the United States

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