The leaders of Minnesota and Ukraine's Chernihiv region signed a Memorandum of Understanding on agricultural cooperation to increase opportunities for reconstruction and economic recovery in the Ukrainian region.

The signing ceremony took place  at the Embassy of Ukraine in the United States.

The agreement between Minnesota and Chernihiv region authorities is evidence of the United States' continued support for Ukraine. Oksana Markarova, Ukraine's Ambassador to the United States, signed the document on behalf of the Chernihiv RMA and emphasized the importance of the agreement.

She also thanked the American side for supporting Ukrainians who were forced to flee the horrors of war.

She expressed her special gratitude to ordinary Ukrainian citizens and organizations for every dollar of donations and humanitarian support that help Ukrainians survive, become stronger and better.

The ambassador also emphasized that after the victory, Ukraine will have to go through a long process of reconstruction, which will require American experience, best practices and advanced technologies.

The ambassador expressed gratitude to Ukrainian citizens and organizations for their donations and humanitarian support. This aid is crucial for the survival, strength, and improvement of Ukrainians.

The Ambassador also emphasized the need for American experience, best practices, and advanced technologies to help rebuild post-war Ukraine.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, who personally came to the ceremony at the Embassy of Ukraine in Washington, expressed his support for the Ukrainian people.

He also stated his commitment to preventing any business dealings between Russia and the state of Minnesota.

Minnesota is a highly developed agricultural state in America, producing large volumes of corn and soybeans, as well as having a significant meat and dairy industry. Additionally, the state is a leading producer of sugar beets, oats, and other agricultural products.