Korea donated 60 pickup trucks to the National Police for operational duties during wartime Photo, video 06/27/2026 17:02 Ukrinform The Head of the National Police, Ivan Vyhivskyi, met with the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Ukraine, Kim Chang-soo, on the occasion of the handover of 60 pickup trucks to Ukraine, which are intended to enhance the mobility and operational efficiency of police units performing tasks in wartime conditions.
This is reported on the website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Ukrinform reports.
“The Head of the National Police of Ukraine Ivan Vyhivskyi met with the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Ukraine Kim Chang-soo, Counselor of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea to Ukraine Ms. Park Chang-sil, and Head of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) office in Ukraine Mr. Lee Tae-kyun,” the statement reads.
It is noted that the main event of the visit was the transfer of 60 pickup trucks to the National Police of Ukraine, which will boost the mobility and operational capabilities of police combat units performing duties in high-risk areas and involved in ensuring state security.
“On behalf of the National Police of Ukraine and personally, I express sincere gratitude for this assistance. This is a demonstration of solidarity and genuine partnership on your part. I assure you that the vehicles handed over will be used responsibly and effectively – to serve the people, enhance security, and support the work of Ukrainian police officers,” emphasized the Head of the National Police.
The meeting was also attended by the Deputy Head of the National Police – Head of the Patrol Police, Oleksandr Fasetsvych, and the Deputy Director of the Department of International Police Cooperation – Head of the Interpol and Europol Interaction Department, Ivan Hulpak.
The Head of the National Police noted that Ukraine has been resisting a full-scale, technological, and extremely dynamic war for five years now. During this time, the National Police has become one of the key elements of national resilience, performing a wide range of tasks – from documenting war crimes and evacuation measures to participating in stabilization and security operations in frontline regions.
“The threats that previously seemed regional are now becoming part of broader global security. That is why cooperation between our states is important not only for Ukraine or the Republic of Korea but also for strengthening international security as a whole,” he stressed.
In turn, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Ukraine, Kim Chang-soo, noted that the handover of vehicles is another step in supporting Ukrainian law enforcement officers by the Korean people and government.
“It is a great pleasure for me, on behalf of the government of the Republic of Korea, to hand over these pickup trucks to the National Police of Ukraine. I hope that the assistance we provide will be practically useful for better ensuring the safety and protection of citizens’ lives. I would also like to express my respect to the Ukrainian police for continuing to serve the Ukrainian people with dignity, protect people’s lives, and maintain law and order under such difficult wartime conditions,” he said.
The Ambassador also emphasized that the transferred vehicles are not just material aid but also a symbol of support for the Ukrainian people.
“The assistance we are providing is not just cars, but a sign of solidarity from the Korean people. We will continue to stand with the Ukrainian people on their path to freedom,” stated Kim Chang-soo.
During the meeting, the parties also discussed the prospects for further development of cooperation. Vyhivskyi emphasized that Ukraine is ready to share its unique practical experience in countering modern security threats – from the use of unmanned systems and countering missile attacks to documenting war crimes and combating hybrid challenges.
“I am convinced that the partnership between the National Police of Ukraine and its Korean partners can be mutually beneficial, practical, and strategic for the security of our states and for broader international security,” concluded the Head of the National Police.
As Ukrinform reported, Russian troops struck the “White Angel” special police unit, which evacuates residents of border communities in the Sumy region daily.
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