During the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conferences in Surat, Oleksandr Polishchuk, Ukraine's Ambassador to India, highlighted the country's desire to strengthen economic ties with India, particularly in the agriculture, steel, and technology sectors. He noted a recovery in bilateral trade, which reached $1.7 billion last year, a significant rebound from the $3.5 billion level prior to the conflict. Polishchuk emphasized that Ukraine sees Gujarat as a vital partner region, leveraging its reputation as a major agricultural producer. He mentioned that Ukraine offers a variety of agricultural products beyond just sunflower and grain, and is also looking to collaborate in heavy industry and IT sectors. The ambassador reiterated Ukraine's commitment to finding diplomatic solutions to ongoing global conflicts, stressing the humanitarian and economic consequences of war. He called for international support and cooperation to enhance global security, asserting Ukraine's readiness to contribute diplomatically and militarily.