Key Points:
Active Participation:
- The US has been actively involved in all previous Ukrainian peace summits.
- The US government will continue its involvement and will be represented at the forthcoming summit.
Representation Details:
- While the specific level of representation has not been disclosed, Jean-Pierre emphasized ongoing support for Ukraine.
- She did not confirm if President Joe Biden will attend the summit, stating she had no additional information to share at the time.
Support for Ukraine:
- Jean-Pierre reiterated the importance of continuing support for Ukraine to ensure it has the necessary means for protection and to achieve a just and durable peace.
Summit Details:
Date and Venue:
- The Global Peace Summit will be held on June 15-16 in Switzerland.
- Heads of state and government from all continents are expected to participate.
Objectives:
- The participating countries aim to develop a joint negotiating position to present to Russia.
Participation:
- President Volodymyr Zelenskyi announced that 90 countries have confirmed their participation in the summit.
- He has invited US President Joe Biden and President of China Xi Jinping to join the event.
Potential Impact:
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba expressed that President Biden's personal attendance would likely encourage more international leaders to participate in the summit.
The Global Peace Summit represents a significant international effort to address the ongoing conflict and work towards a comprehensive resolution. The US commitment to participate underscores its continued support for Ukraine and the broader quest for peace.
