9 September, 2024
A delegation of Ukrainian mayors and city representatives was welcomed in Paris for an exchange visit to share experiences on how Paris enhanced accessibility and inclusion in preparation for the Olympic and Paralympic Games.. The delegation began their visit with a warm welcome from Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, Ukrainian Ambassador to France Vadym Omelchenko, and representatives of the Paris City Council. They toured several iconic locations in the capital, including an enhanced accessibility district in the 13th arrondissement, showcasing Paris’s efforts to become a more inclusive city. The delegation also visited the Ministry of Labor, Health, and Solidarity and the National Institution for Disabled Veterans (Les Invalides) during a tour organized by the Ministry of Armed Force...
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7 September, 2024
Over 80 Ukrainian athletes who competed in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games were warmly welcomed yesterday, Friday, September 6, 2024, at Hôtel de Ville by Anne Hidalgo.The Mayor of Paris had pledged: "Ukrainian athletes and para-athletes will be celebrated in Paris as heroes." True to her word, they were honored daily, especially during the opening ceremony at Place de la Concorde, where the entire nation rose to applaud them.Athletes Roman Danyliuk (bronze medal in shot put) and Iryna Poida (two silver medals and one bronze medal in para swimming) were presented with the Grand Vermeil Medal, Paris’s highest honor, by Anne Hidalgo on behalf of the entire Ukrainian delegation.Valeriy Mykhailovych Sushkevych, a member of the Ukrainian Parliamen...
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29 August, 2024
🌍 Since February 2022, European shipyards have played a crucial role for Russia, despite sanctions. In France and Denmark, Damen Shiprepair and Fayard A/S shipyards have been servicing Russian LNG carrier fleets from the Yamal LNG project.🚢 These vessels transport Russian liquefied natural gas to Europe, with 14 out of 15 ships having visited these shipyards for maintenance since the start of the war in Ukraine. This upkeep enables Russia to continue its gas exports at record levels.⚓ European shipyards are strategically located along major trade routes, making operations more efficient and minimizing costs for operators.🇪🇺 While these services comply with international sanctions, they highlight Europe's continued involvement in supporting Russia's energy industry.❌ Sta...
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