EU Nations Rally to Fund Ukraine: Consensus in the Making
Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof anticipates an agreement will be reached among EU member states on financing Ukraine, with pivotal backing from Belgium. He acknowledges Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever's call to share the risks involved in utilizing Russian assets for the endeavor.
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On Thursday, Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof expressed optimism about the ongoing EU discussions regarding financial support for Ukraine. He foresees an eventual consensus being reached among member states, significantly bolstered by Belgium's support.
Schoof addressed the concerns raised by Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever, who emphasizes the importance of risk-sharing in leveraging Russian assets for Ukrainian aid.
The discussions come at a crucial time as European Union members strive to formulate a cooperative approach to support Ukraine amid geopolitical tensions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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