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Zelensky vows to restore Ukraine as a ‘joint mission’ of the democratic world, estimated to cost $750 billion

The cost of rebuilding a country damaged by the Russian invasion could be as high as $750 billion, according to the Ukrainian government. President Volodymyr Zelensky stressed that reviving Ukraine is a “joint mission” of the democratic world.

At the Ukraine Recovery Conference, held in Lugano, southern Switzerland. Between July 4-5, Zelensky and Ukrainian ministers spoke out about the major damage and needed assistance. How many Ukrainians expect to receive from the international After being fully invaded by Russia since 24 Feb.

“The reconstruction of Ukraine is not the duty of any country. but a joint mission of the whole democratic world.” Ukraine’s leader makes a statement via video clip. along with reiterating that “Helping restore Ukraine will be a huge contribution to support world peace.”

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denis Shmaihal gave round numbers. That the cost of rebuilding Ukraine will be around $750 billion or 27 trillion baht.

“We believe that the main sources of funding It should come from the assets of the Russian government and the confiscated Russian oligarchs… The Russian authorities were the ones who started this bloody war. They caused great damage. Therefore, it should be held accountable.” Prime Minister of Ukraine added

Shmaihal also outlined a step-by-step plan for rebuilding the country. It will start with helping civilians affected by war. This was followed by thousands of long-term restoration projects. A project aimed at elevating Ukraine into a country that meets European standards. environmentally friendly and have a fully digital society

The Ukrainian government also offered individual Western powers to enter. “Dividing duties” for each region in Ukraine For the reconstruction to be effective, for example, the British offered to help restore Kiev and surrounding cities. while a diplomatic source said France to oversee the reconstruction of the Chernihiv region hit by Russia

Source: Gulf Times