Defence and technological cooperation between Ukraine and the EU discussed by Prime Minister and EU Commissioner for Defence and Space
On 8 May, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met with EU Commissioner for Defence and Space Andrius Kubilius to discuss defence and technological cooperation between Ukraine and the EU.
The Head of Government highlighted the importance of initial steps in implementing the ReArm Europe plan and the recently presented White Paper on the future of European defence.
“These strategic documents open new opportunities for strengthening cooperation with Ukraine in the security sector and integrating the defence industries of Ukraine and the EU,” Denys Shmyhal emphasised.
The Prime Minister stressed Ukraine’s interest in collaborating within the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative alongside European companies. He also expressed hope for the swift approval and launch of this project.
The meeting also covered Ukraine’s military needs and the development of its defence-industrial complex.
Separately, the Prime Minister underscored the need to confiscate frozen russian assets to channel them towards strengthening Ukraine. The parties explored specific mechanisms to force russia to compensate for the damages inflicted on Ukraine.