The students and faculty of Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute (KPI) experienced a historical event with the visit of U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken to Kyiv on May 14, 2024. This important visit aimed to reassure Ukrainians about support from the United States and featured his speech to KPI students.
During his address, Mr. Blinken conveyed a message of cooperation and support to the youth of Kyiv Polytechnic. Attaching particular importance to university education and academic exchange, the Secretary of State called on students to participate actively in the development of their country and the global community. “Young people are the engine of change. Your ideas, your openness, and your willingness to work together can change the world,” he emphasized.
Mr. Blinken also emphasized the importance of international partnerships in the modern world, noting that the United States is ready to support Ukraine on its path to development and the consolidation of democracy. He assured students that the U.S. would keep supporting the Ukrainian people during this challenging time and help them implement their ambitious plans for reforms and development.
In his speech, Antony Blinken highlighted the importance of innovation and technology in the modern world. He encouraged Ukrainian students to engage actively in the development of new technologies that can change the world and improve the quality of life.
The visit of U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken to Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute was a significant event for both the university and Ukraine at large. He reaffirmed the American peoples’ support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as outlined new opportunities for cooperation in education, science, and technology.
More information:
https://www.state.gov/a-free-prosperous-and-secure-future-for-ukraine/