Ukraine to share combat experience with Moldova and develop joint defence projects
Minister of Defence of Ukraine Evgeniy Khmara and Minister of Defence of Moldova Anatolie Nosatîi signed the Agreement on Military-Technical Cooperation. The Agreement between the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and the Government of the Republic of Moldova lays the groundwork for expanding the exchange of experience, technologies, and practical knowledge between the two countries, as well as developing joint defence projects.
The signing took place in the presence of Prime Minister of Ukraine Sergii Koretskyi and Prime Minister of Moldova Vasile Tofan.
Ukraine is ready to share its experience in countering modern threats, its practical knowledge of weapon systems, and its approaches to building an effective defence with its Moldovan partners.
Ukraine has experience that cannot be gained through exercises. We are ready to share this knowledge with our partners and help them better understand the equipment's capabilities and use it more effectively. We are already assisting Moldova by providing advice on developing its air defence. Our task is to strengthen our own defence and help our partners become more resilient to modern threats.
The Agreement has been concluded for five years with the possibility of automatic extension. Its implementation will not affect the Republic of Moldova's neutral status enshrined in its Constitution.
Practical areas of Ukraine–Moldova cooperation
The Agreement provides for expanding cooperation between Ukraine and Moldova in several practical areas.
In particular, it covers:
- modernisation, repair, and maintenance of military equipment;
- exchange of experience in engineering equipment, logistics, and the protection of personnel and critical infrastructure;
- training and professional development of specialists;
- testing and evaluation of military products and exchange of experience in developing and procuring military equipment;
- transfer of knowledge and technologies, as well as best practices for their application;
- joint research and development projects related to military production;
- capability development in cyber defence, surveillance, and airspace protection.
Experience to strengthen the security of Ukraine and Moldova
Cooperation will primarily involve consultations, the exchange of professional experience and technical and scientific information, and joint work on identified projects.
Ukraine and Moldova share a common interest in strengthening regional security. The exchange of knowledge and Ukrainian combat experience, as well as the development of joint defence capabilities, will help both countries better counter modern threats.
