Countering russian terror and defence funding: Ukraine and Germany discussed security cooperation
Minister of Defence of Ukraine Evgeniy Khmara held a phone call with German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius.
Aerial terror by russia
Evgeniy Khmara briefed his counterpart on russia’s intensified aerial terror.
The key threats at present are jet-powered drones and ballistic missiles.
According to Evgeniy Khmara, Ukraine is developing its own defence plan and is already taking asymmetric actions that are delivering results.
At the same time, strengthening protection against russian strikes as quickly as possible remains a priority.
Funding Ukraine’s defence
The parties also discussed funding for defence needs.
The Ministry of Defence is conducting an audit of resources and human capital across the Defence Forces. However, partners’ financial support remains critical to Ukraine’s resilience.
The parties also focused on preparations for next week’s meeting in the Ramstein format.
Defence industry cooperation
Another priority is developing a joint defence industry.
The focus is on increasing the production of Ukrainian solutions and closer cooperation between the Ukrainian and German defence industries.
The head of Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence thanked Germany for its exceptionally important support and leadership in working with other partners.
