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Zelensky speaks to Costa Rican president, discusses security

President Volodymyr Zelensky on Aug. 11 spoke with Costa Rican President Laura Fernandez Delgado, and the two leaders discussed furthering bilateral cooperation and sharing Ukraine's security experience with the Central American country.

Zelensky speaks to Costa Rican president, discusses security

On August 11, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine had a conversation with Costa Rican President Laura Fernandez Delgado. The two leaders discussed increasing cooperation between their countries and sharing Ukraine's security knowledge with Costa Rica. Zelensky expressed gratitude for Costa Rica's support during United Nations General Assembly votes, efforts to rescue Ukrainian children abducted by Russia, and holding the Russian Federation responsible for its actions, including the crime of aggression.

Both leaders agreed to plan a future meeting and invited each other to visit their respective countries.

Earlier, Zelensky visited Belgrade from August 7-8 for bilateral talks. Serbia, which usually maintains strong ties with Russia, had Zelensky's visit seen as symbolic in its efforts to enhance relations. During the Serbian President Alexander Vucic's visit, they discussed ways to improve infrastructure, ports, railways, economies, and security for both nations.

Serbia showed particular interest in Ukraine's expertise in railway infrastructure to enhance its transportation network. They also explored joint projects and cooperation in food security.

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