EU funds support free school meals and recovery efforts in Ukraine

EU funds support free school meals and recovery efforts in Ukraine

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Ukraine has received EUR 150 million from the European Union to fund free school meals for primary students and rebuild infrastructure.

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced this on his Telegram channel, CE Report quotes Ukrinform.

"The funds will be allocated to provide free meals for children in grades 1-4, restore infrastructure, and ensure the uninterrupted production of agricultural goods," Shmyhal said.

This marks the second tranche of a EUR 300 million agreement between Ukraine and the EU aimed at supporting rapid recovery efforts in the country.

"We are grateful to the EU countries and institutions for their crucial support in rebuilding our nation, assisting businesses, and creating comfortable living conditions for Ukrainians," Shmyhal added.

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