Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky announced that a new gathering of advisors to the heads of state is planned for January 2024 in Switzerland to address the ongoing crisis involving Ukraine. The update appeared on his social media account, where he outlined the aim of continuing high-level dialogues that can shape a practical path for Ukraine’s security and diplomacy.
During a discussion in Buenos Aires, Zelensky expressed gratitude to Paraguayan President Santiago Peña for backing Ukraine in international forums. The gratitude underscored the importance of coalition-building within organizations that set norms and respond to global challenges, including support for Ukraine’s position on a range of issues.
Zelensky noted that Ukraine has already conducted three productive sessions with national security and foreign policy advisers under the framework of the “peace formula.” The meetings are designed to align approaches across multiple government teams and to explore ways for countries to contribute to Ukraine’s peace and stability through dialogue, economic resilience, and practical cooperation. He indicated openness to Paraguay joining this ongoing process, anticipating broader participation from Latin American partners.
“We hope to see as many Latin American countries as possible at the next phase of peace formula discussions in Switzerland in January 2024,” Zelensky stated. The discussions also touched on improving trade relations between Ukraine and Paraguay and included an invitation for President Peña to visit Ukraine to witness the country’s progress firsthand and to discuss collaborative opportunities across sectors, including agriculture, energy, and infrastructure, in a broader regional context. (Attribution: Presidential press service and official briefings cited in Kyiv informal channels)
Earlier, international press and political analysts highlighted continued support from the Group of Seven nations for Ukraine and encouragement for the peace formula as a framework to address the conflict. These developments reflect sustained international interest in guiding negotiations and coordinating humanitarian and economic assistance with Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in mind. (Attribution: G7 communiqués and allied state briefs)
In a separate reflection on public opinion, a recent Gallup poll in the United States indicated Zelensky’s popularity had gained strength among American audiences, surpassing figures associated with other prominent political leaders. The poll results are often interpreted as a signal of growing recognition of Ukraine’s leadership and the perceived effectiveness of its diplomacy during a challenging period, although polls vary by demographic and methodological factors. (Attribution: Gallup polling releases and subsequent analyses)