President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola joined the celebration of the Statehood Day of Ukraine in the Verkhovna Rada via video conference
28 July 2022, 18:01
"All of Europe marks this day with you. In solidarity. In friendship and in a bond as Europeans that I hope will be formalised soon. Today we celebrate not only the foundations of Ukrainian statehood, but also the courage, determination and resolve of all Ukrainians fighting to preserve Ukraine’s statehood and its territorial integrity. For all those who have died and who give their lives still," emphasized Roberta Metsola.
According to her, today is a symbolic day not only for Ukraine and Ukrainians, but also for the whole of Europe.
"It is the day that we reaffirm our commitment to Ukraine as a European nation. As a nation free to make its own choices. Free to choose its own destiny. Free and proud to stand up for the values that bind us all. Your place, as cemented already by Grand Prince Volodymyr the Great, is among European nations", – said the President of the European Parliament.
Roberta Metsola added that the granting of candidate status to Ukraine in June confirms the EU's desire to stand side by side with Ukraine on the way to full membership in the European Union.
"It may not be an easy road, but the European Parliament, your strongest advocate, is there for you to assist you in every step of the way," promised Roberta Metsola.
She assured that the European Parliament will provide the Verkhovna Rada and Ukraine with all possible support, all resources, energy and assistance in activities related to the approach of membership in the EU and in the reconstruction of our state.
"A strong parliament is crucial for the stability of any democracy," emphasized Roberta Metsola.
Thank you, Ms. Roberta, for your leadership and powerful support of Ukraine's European aspirations and Ukrainian parliamentarism!