The Ministry of Defence and the IT industry discussed accelerating the implementation of innovations within the defense sector.

The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine and the IT industry representatives have agreed on cooperation areas to expedite the implementation of cutting-edge technologies in the defense sector. This topic was addressed during a meeting between Deputy Minister of Defence Valerii Churkin, Diia.City Union members, and business representatives.

The main objective of the meeting was to develop collaborative solutions to enhance Ukraine's defense capabilities through advanced technologies and to define the country's needs in the miltech sector.

“The Ukrainian IT community plays a crucial role in supporting the Armed Forces. We appreciate all the initiatives that are already operational on the front lines. At the same time, we have a crucial task ahead of us—ensuring the rapid adoption of innovative solutions within combat units. The enemy is building up its strength, which means we must act proactively and become even stronger,” said Valerii Churkin.

The meeting also covered mechanisms for the rapid integration of technological advancements into military units. Special attention was given to streamlining the cooperation mechanisms between the state and the technology businesses, as well as analyzing existing opportunities.

“Our task is to ensure that innovations and cutting-edge ideas reach soldiers on the battlefield swiftly. We must be self-sufficient in conducting combat operations against a powerful enemy, with technological development being the key to achieving this. Effective communication and cooperation are crucial to how swiftly we can resolve critical issues on the front lines,” emphasized the Deputy Defence Minister.

The meeting marked another step towards strengthening collaboration between the Ministry of Defence and the IT sector. The discussion of initiatives and related issues will contribute to outlining methods for implementing new technological solutions in the defense sector, enhancing military capabilities, and adapting to the evolving challenges of modern warfare.