Each year on 22 January Ukraine marks the Day of Unity. This day is deeply symbolic and very special to every Ukrainian because it embodies the eternal dream of Ukrainians for free life in an independent and united state. The story behind the Unity Day dates back to 22 January, 1919, when eastern and western parts of Ukraine were united through the Treaty of Unity. The agreement was aimed at creating a unified Ukrainian state, a movement long awaited by the Ukrainian people.
Ukraine has always shown a spirit of unity on its difficult and challenging path towards independence and sovereignty, withstanding and overcoming severe ordeals. During the thousand-year history of Ukraine one of the main features of Ukrainian identity has been the willingness for freedom and fairness. Dreams, for which the best sons of Ukraine fought and died for, came true on the Day of Unity. To mark this special day, Ukrainians gather and unfold a giant National Flag of Ukraine.
Speaking on the occasion of the Day of Unity, the Ambassador of Ukraine H.E. Dr. Oleksandr Balanutsa, said: “It is with the support of reliable partners and friends of Ukraine that we feel stronger facing difficult obstacles. Therefore, we devote our best efforts to enhance the bilateral relations between Ukraine and Kuwait and support the organization of mutual visits of officials of both countries, joint projects, multifaceted initiatives etc. I would also like to take this opportunity to express our deep gratitude and appreciation to the Government and people of friendly Kuwait for the continuous support of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, wishing Kuwait and its people continuous progress and prosperity.”
In 2021, Ukrainian embassy organized around 40 online conferences and B2B meetings to connect Ukrainian and Kuwaiti business and literary circles; the diplomatic mission partook in several exhibitions, such as the Tourism & Education Fair at Kuwait University, and lighted up the Kuwait Towers with the colors of the National Flag of Ukraine.
Ukrainian diplomats in Kuwait also supported numerous eco-projects, in particular tree-planting events, and held above 20 information campaigns to familiarize Kuwaiti friends with Ukrainian cuisine, traditions, resorts and others. Since the world is going digital nowadays, the Embassy of Ukraine has established a fruitful partnership with the Kuwaiti company ‘UAPP’, offering innovative support for students.
Hoping that 2022 will be much more predictable and stable, the Embassy of Ukraine in the State of Kuwait is eager to carry on its noble mission which is enhancing and intensifying the mutual relations between Ukraine and Kuwait.
Source of the photos: Ukrainian News Agency ‘Ukrinform’.