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The Head of the UN in Ukraine, Denise Brown, meets in Kyiv the Minister for Foreign Trade and Development of Finland, Ville Tavio

25 April 2024

The Head of the UN in Ukraine, Denise Brown, met today in Kyiv the Minister for Foreign Trade and Development of Finland, Ville Tavio
Caption: The Head of the UN in Ukraine, Denise Brown, met today in Kyiv the Minister for Foreign Trade and Development of Finland, Ville Tavio.
Photo: © UN / Saviano Abreu

The Head of the UN in Ukraine, Denise Brown, met today in Kyiv with the Minister for Foreign Trade and Development of Finland, Ville Tavio, to discuss the impact of Russia’s invasion on the people of Ukraine and the support provided by Finland to humanitarian and recovery efforts across the country.

Finland has consistently provided funding for humanitarian response in Ukraine since the escalation of the war two years ago, including through the Ukraine Humanitarian Fund and supported projects in mine action, education and energy infrastructure, among others. Denise Brown thanked the Minister for all contributions and highlighted the need for more support on community recovery in some regions of Ukraine.

The Head of the UN in Ukraine, Denise Brown, met today in Kyiv the Minister for Foreign Trade and Development of Finland, Ville Tavio
Caption: Denise Brown explains to Minister Ville Tavio the work the UN in Ukraine to support communities devasted by Russia's invasion.
Photo: © UN / Saviano Abreu
Saviano Abreu

Saviano Abreu

UN Ukraine Spokesperson / Strategic Communications Advisor

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