Zelensky Meets with Former Foreign Minister Klimkin to Discuss Ukraine’s Foreign Policy

On February 27, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with former Foreign Minister Pavlo Klimkin to discuss the foreign policy situation surrounding Ukraine. The meeting focused on ensuring Ukrainian interests are represented both domestically and internationally, particularly within communities connected to countries currently lacking full freedom or under Russian influence.

According to a statement released by Zelensky, personnel changes are anticipated within the diplomatic corps. The Foreign Ministry is also preparing candidates for the appointment of a special representative for Belarus and the Belarusian community in Europe. Zelensky emphasized the need for a more proactive foreign policy approach.

“There will be personnel changes in the diplomatic corps. The Foreign Ministry is also preparing candidates for the appointment of a special representative for Belarus and the Belarusian community in Europe. A more active policy is needed,” Zelensky stated.

Recent Diplomatic Engagements

Recent reports indicate continued international engagement with Ukraine. In February 2025, President Zelensky met with then-President Donald Trump at the White House . He also met with King Charles III at the Sandringham Estate in March 2025 . Further meetings took place with leaders including British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron during a summit in March 2025 .

Pavlo Klimkin’s Previous Role

Pavlo Klimkin served as Ukraine’s Foreign Minister from 2014 to 2019. During his tenure, he was involved in numerous international negotiations and discussions regarding Ukraine’s relationship with Russia and the European Union . Images from his time in office present him participating in joint press conferences with foreign ministers from Finland, Italy, Poland, and Germany .