President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine had a series of high-profile meetings in Washington on October 17, 2025, engaging with key figures in defense and energy sectors, as well as discussing support for Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and potential collaborations. The Ukrainian leader’s day began with a discussion with representatives from the defense giant Lockheed Martin, focusing on topics relevant to military cooperation and defense strategies. Shortly thereafter, Zelenskyy met with Chris Wright, the U.S. Secretary of Energy, where they explored avenues for bolstering Ukraine’s energy system and brainstormed joint project ideas. The series of meetings continued as President Zelenskyy conversed with top executives from leading U.S. energy firms including Bechtel, Fluence Energy, GE Vernova, and others, aiming to enhance the energy connections between the two nations. In a parallel schedule, First Lady Olena Zelenska engaged in social and humanitarian efforts; she visited young patients at the “Okhmatdyt” Transplantation Unit in observance of World Organ Donation and Transplantation Day, and inaugurated a therapeutic garden in Kyiv designed to aid in the rehabilitation of the nation’s defenders and provide emotional support to the community. The busy day concluded with a briefing led by Ihor Zhovkva, Deputy Head of the Office of the President, to the Ambassadors of the Nordic-Baltic Eight, discussing new contributions to the PURL initiative and ongoing support for Ukraine’s energy systems. This flurry of diplomatic and executive activities underscores a significant effort by Ukraine to strengthen international alliances and support systems amidst ongoing regional tensions. Post navigation Zelenskyy’s Energy Endeavors