The Belgian embassy in the Ukrainian capital has been closed since March for security reasons, according to The Brussels Times.. After the retreat of the Russian military from the territory of the Kiev and Chernihiv regions, international missions resume their work in Kyiv.
After the meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the European Union in Luxembourg, Foreign Minister Sophie Wilmes announced the decision to reopen the consulate in Ukraine.
“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is now preparing for the opening of the Belgian embassy in Kyiv,” Wilmes said..
In addition to diplomatic support, Belgium continues to provide Ukraine with financial and military assistance..
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, speaking to the Belgian Parliament, thanked for the comprehensive support and called for inspiring Europeans to do even more for Ukraine.