Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has encouraged US President-elect Donald Trump to adopt a foreign policy approach similar to former President Ronald Reagan’s “peace through strength” policy as a means of deterring aggression Russian.

Building on Reagan’s foreign policy legacy, known as the “Reagan Doctrine,” Zelenskyy noted how Reagan supported anti-communist movements and bolstered American military capabilities, particularly during the Cold War.

This doctrine, he noted, advocated negotiating from a position of power, which Zelenskyy believes could help Ukraine and its allies achieve greater security from Russian threats.

Trump, who was declared president-elect after defeating Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in Tuesday’s election, has expressed his desire to end the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia.

Zelenskyy, in a video statement shared on his X account on Wednesday, emphasized the role of a “strong America” and strong international alliances in ensuring peace, a call intended to guide Trump’s foreign policy approach.

“For us in Ukraine, and throughout Europe, it has always been crucial to hear the words of the then 45th President of the United States about “peace through strength.”

“When this principle becomes the policy of the 47th president, both the United States and the entire world will undoubtedly benefit.

“It’s no coincidence that Ronald Reagan is mentioned so often these days: people want confidence, they want freedom, they want a normal life.

“For us, that means a life free from Russian aggression, with a strong America, a strong Ukraine and strong allies.”