The Governmental delegation of Ukraine, led by the Minister for Communities and Territories Development, Oleksii Chernyshov, during a visit to the United States, met with Amos Hochstein, Department’s Senior Advisor for Energy Security.

During the meeting, the parties tackled issues of energy security and the passage of the heating season in Ukraine.

"Cooperation with the USA in the field of energy is one of the key directions our independence is based on. We immersed deeply into the issue of energy security and the smooth passage of the heating season. It is historically important for Ukraine to develop backup options in case of emergencies. It is critical to ensure each community and the state as a whole be prepared for these situations," said Oleksii Chernyshov on his Facebook page.

As was reported earlier, on August 29, the Minister for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine Oleksii Chernyshov started working trip to the USA as the head of the Governmental delegation. Key topics of the visit are support for fast recovery and preparation for the heating season in Ukraine.