Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma met yesterday in Bratislava, Slovakia with Slovak Deputy Prime Minister Peter Kmec and thanked him for his support of Ukraine and for Slovakia’s efforts as a NATO Ally to support our common defense and to condemn Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. They discussed the need to continue providing humanitarian aid and the importance of inclusion efforts for Ukrainian refugees in Slovakia. Deputy Secretary Verma and Deputy Prime Minister Kmec also talked about the shared commitment to democracy, rule of law, and human rights and fundamental freedoms. Deputy Secretary Verma also met with representatives of Slovakia-based organizations working to support Ukraine. They discussed Slovakia’s role in the reconstruction process and how it can be mutually beneficial for the Slovak and Ukrainian people. Official news published at https://www.state.gov/deputy-secretary-vermas-engagements-in-bratislava-slovakia/
Deputy Secretary Verma’s Engagements in Bratislava, Slovakia
LJ editor ~ 9/11/2024
Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma met yesterday in Bratislava , Slovakia with Slovak Deputy Prime Minister Peter Kmec and thanked him for his support of Ukraine and for Slovakia ’ s efforts as a NATO Ally to support our common defense and to condemn