Meeting of the leaders of the 'coalition of the willing' in Paris
On January 6, a meeting of the leaders of the 'coalition of the willing' took place in Paris, where Ukraine, France, and Britain signed a declaration on the deployment of Western troops. This initiative aims to strengthen security in the region and support Ukraine in the face of modern challenges. Meeting participants emphasized that Ukraine's ability to defend itself is critically important for ensuring the future of collective security for Ukraine and the Euro-Atlantic region.
Discussion of internal governance
During the meeting, issues of internal governance in Ukraine were also discussed. The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine submitted a proposal to the president for the appointment of new heads of regional state administrations in:
- Vinnytsia region
- Dnipropetrovsk region
- Poltava region
- Chernivtsi region
This decision indicates an activation of governance processes at local levels, which is an essential element of stability in the country.
Additionally, the date for the final of the National Selection for Eurovision-2026 was announced, which will take place on February 7, 2026. The finalists of the National Selection became known in December 2025, generating significant interest among fans of the music competition. Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, noted that the creation of multinational forces would provide a 'specific guarantee' to Ukraine after the ceasefire, emphasizing the importance of international support for stability in the region.
“The creation of multinational forces will provide a specific guarantee to Ukraine after the ceasefire.” - Emmanuel Macron
This meeting is an important step in strengthening military and political support for Ukraine from Western partners. Signing the declaration on troop deployment indicates the readiness of the international community to act in the face of threats to regional security. In addition to military issues, the activation of governance processes in Ukraine may contribute to improving internal stability, which is critically important for the country's further development in the context of external challenges.