KYIV, Sept 29 – The Federal Council of Switzerland, at a meeting on Friday, September 29, approved an assistance package in the amount of CHF 100 million (around $109.4 million) to clear mines from civilian and agricultural areas in Ukraine and help with the reconstruction of the country, the press service of the Swiss Embassy in Ukraine and Moldova has said.

"To enable Ukraine to cope with this challenge that threatens its entire population, Switzerland has once again confirmed its support and given priority to humanitarian demining in its International Cooperation Program. Some CHF 100 million will be allocated for humanitarian demining between 2024 and 2027," it said.