European Commission considers Danube Corridor an alternative route for Ukrainian agricultural exports

The European Commission is exploring the Danube Corridor as a viable alternative route for Ukrainian agricultural exports, according to a spokesperson. The EU remains fully committed to supporting Ukraine's access to international markets and is closely monitoring the situation in the Black Sea, particularly disruptions caused by Russian attacks on Ukrainian seaports, transport infrastructure, and border-crossing points.

The Commission is also evaluating the potential impacts on agriculture, the overall economy, and global food security. The European Commission has expressed support for a moratorium on attacks in the Black Sea and is engaging with Ukrainian authorities and neighboring countries to tackle current challenges. The Danube Corridor is currently considered the most promising alternative due to its potential capacity.

President Volodymyr Zelensky met with partners from North Africa and the Middle East on September 4 to discuss food security and thanked them for addressing food-related issues amidst Russian attacks on Ukrainian ports. Zelensky emphasized the necessity of ensuring maritime food shipments' safety, which is crucial for the social security of dozens of countries worldwide.

The president noted that Ukraine is collaborating with influential parties to propose practical diplomatic solutions to prevent a food crisis, a cost-of-living crisis, and social upheaval, with relevant decisions in preparation. Russia is targeting Ukrainian grain exports and attempting to obstruct Black Sea shipping routes, thereby threatening global food security.