On 16 April 2026 in Istanbul, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha held a working meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Rwanda, Olivier Nduhungirehe.

The Ministers discussed strengthening bilateral relations between Ukraine and Rwanda, enhancing coordination in international organizations, and expanding economic cooperation.

Andrii Sybiha reaffirmed Ukraine’s solidarity with the Rwandan people on the 32nd anniversary of the genocide against the Tutsi and also informed Rwanda’s Foreign Minister about the Holodomor, stressing the importance of historical memory and the parallels between attempts to erase our peoples.

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine confirmed that Ukraine views Rwanda as an important emerging partner in Africa. He emphasized his appreciation of Rwanda’s support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and stressed that he counts on Rwanda’s continued backing in international organizations.

The Ministers also discussed opportunities for further contacts and identified promising areas for bilateral cooperation, including security, agriculture, and investment.