Josep Borrell Arrives in Kyiv for Final Visit as EU Foreign Policy Chief

Josep Borrell, the European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, arrived in Kyiv today for his fifth and final visit as the EU’s top diplomat.

In a post on X (Twitter), Borrell noted the importance of EU support for Ukraine, which he described as a personal priority throughout his tenure. “EU support for Ukraine has been a personal priority during my mandate and will remain at the forefront of the EU agenda,” Borrell stated.

As his term concludes, Borrell’s visit serves to reiterate the EU’s pledge to uphold Ukraine’s sovereignty.

According to Ukrinform, prior to this visit, he attended an informal EU meeting in Budapest, where he highlighted Europe’s need for unity. According to Borrell, Ukraine’s role in the “geopolitical game” remains pivotal, as he emphasized that countries failing to secure their place at the negotiating table risk being sidelined. He further stated, “If Ukraine is not at the table, it risks becoming part of the menu,” calling for sustained unity in support of Ukraine’s independence and security.

This final trip to Kyiv follows Borrell’s recent outreach efforts to European allies and international partners, including South Korea, where he encouraged increased support for Ukraine.

The EU’s commitment to Ukraine, Borrell remarked, must be resilient, irrespective of changes in global alliances or internal EU dynamics. As Europe faces heightened security concerns, Borrell argued that a robust European Union—able to defend its interests and act independently of external powers—remains essential.