KYIV - Ukrainian representatives are taking part in an international meeting in Türkiye focusing on Black Sea security, Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhii Tykhyi said on Wednesday.

Speaking at a press briefing in Kyiv, Tykhyi said the Ukrainian team would discuss with its partners the maritime component of security guarantees for Ukraine.

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In particular, experts from the countries of the so-called "Coalition of the Willing," which support Ukraine in the conflict with Russia, will present their proposals on how the potential presence of maritime contingent in the Black Sea could look like, he noted.

Tykhyi stressed that for Ukraine, it is important that long-term security guarantees discussions include not only land-based defense, but also the protection of the sky and sea.

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On April 15-16, Türkiye is hosting a meeting to discuss Black Sea security after a possible ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, according to local media.