Ukraine views the activation of cooperation with countries in Latin America and the Caribbean as a strategically important economic step that can significantly strengthen its export potential and attract additional investments. This was stated by Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha, emphasizing that this is not about declarative intentions, but rather a well-founded economic calculation.
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New Opportunities for Ukraine’s Economic Growth
According to the Foreign Minister, even a slight increase in the volumes of bilateral trade and investment partnerships with countries in this region could bring billions of dollars into the Ukrainian economy annually. He sees particular potential in areas such as the agricultural sector, ensuring food security, implementing digital government services, developing infrastructure, machine engineering, energy, and defense technologies, which are considered not for confrontation, but for the protection of citizens and strengthening deterrent capabilities.
“We are talking about specific sectors: the agricultural sector and food security; digitalization and government electronic services; infrastructure solutions; machine engineering and energy; defense technologies in a broad, non-confrontational sense, as a force for deterrence and protection of life,” the minister noted.
Digitalization and Security Cooperation
Sybiha emphasized that Latin America is already investing significant resources in digital transformation, while Ukraine has built one of the most dynamic systems of electronic government services in the world over recent years. He particularly values the practical experience of implementing digital solutions in wartime conditions, which can be beneficial for many countries in the region.
According to him, security cooperation is not limited to military issues but encompasses the fight against transnational crime, hybrid and cyber threats, illegal trade, and the influence of external forces. Ukraine has unique experience in countering modern forms of aggression, including cybersecurity, the use of drone technologies, and the development of situational awareness systems, and is ready to share this knowledge with partners.
The minister also stressed that Ukraine does not impose its models but offers cooperation based on mutual benefit, joint development, and the exchange of proven solutions. The Ukrainian side is interested not in requesting support but in proposing its own competencies and partnerships that will be beneficial for both sides.