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Exchange of Notes concerning Grant Aid to Ukraine “the Programme for Emergency Recovery (Phase 5)”
February 27, 2026
On February 26 (same day local time), H.E. Mr. NAKAGOME Masashi, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine and H.E. Mr. Oleksii KULEBA, Deputy Prime Minister for Restoration of Ukraine – Minister for Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine signed and exchanged notes for the Grant Aid “the Programme for Emergency Recovery (Phase 5)” (grant amount: 6.2 billion yen) in Ukraine.
- This cooperation will provide Ukraine, which has been suffering from Russia’s aggression, with assistance for (1) strengthening the public health and medical system, (2) restoration and enhancement of agricultural productivity, (3) debris removal, infrastructure restoration, and job creation, and (4) ensuring fair and impartial broadcasting. This will thereby contribute to the swift recovery and reconstruction of Ukraine.
- Japan’s efforts toward the recovery and reconstruction of Ukraine are highly valued in Ukraine, and this cooperation is expected to further strengthening the relationship between Japan and Ukraine.