Ukraine deepens partnership with Lithuania and Türkiye in transport and digitalization
On the sidelines of the Transport Innovation Forum 2026 in Vilnius, Deputy Minister Ihor Reva held a series of bilateral meetings on behalf of Minister for Recovery, Infrastructure and Transport of Ukraine Mykola Kalashnyk. The main focus was on digitalization of transport logistics, introduction of European standards, and attracting private investment into recovery.
“International partnership and the exchange of best practices are the basis for the effective transformation of Ukraine’s transport system. On the sidelines of TIF 2026, we are not only strengthening dialogue with our European and regional partners, but also taking concrete steps towards European integration, digitalization of the sector, and greater overall resilience of Ukraine. We are grateful to our Lithuanian and Turkish colleagues for their steadfast support and readiness to jointly implement large-scale infrastructure and technology initiatives,” said Ihor Reva.
At the Embassy of Türkiye in Vilnius, Ihor Reva met with Deputy Minister of Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Türkiye Durmuş Ünüvar, in the presence of Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Lithuania Esra Toplu and Director General for EU Affairs and Foreign Relations Burak Aykan.
The sides discussed further steps on energy support for Ukrainian cities, attracting representatives of the Turkish private sector to public-private partnership projects, and cooperation on relevant international platforms.
During a meeting with Vice-Minister of Transport and Communications of the Republic of Lithuania Lukas Paškevičius, the sides signed a Memorandum of Understanding between the ministries. The document sets out a framework for exchanging best practices and knowledge in transport innovation, urban mobility, and digital transformation.
In addition, Ihor Reva met with a delegation of the Transport Innovation Association, led by its Director Rugilė Andziukevičiūtė-Buzė. During this meeting, the sides signed another Memorandum of Understanding. It is aimed at the practical implementation of EU Regulation 2020/1056 on electronic freight transport information (eFTI) and the development of digital transport solutions in Ukraine.
The visit also scheduled a meeting with Prime Minister of Lithuania Mindaugas Sinkevičius, during which Ihor Reva expressed gratitude for the systematic and steadfast support for Ukraine.