European Commission launches Ukraine defence industrial partnership and funds drone programme
The European Commission has formalised a new defence industrial partnership with Ukraine and disbursed €1 billion to bolster the nation's drone and counter-drone capabilities.
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According to the European Commission, a new defence industrial partnership has been signed between the European Union and Ukraine. This agreement is designed to facilitate the integration of their respective defence industries. Alongside this, the Commission has introduced the EU–Ukraine Drone Deal, which aims to foster deeper cooperation regarding drone and counter-drone technologies.
To support these efforts, the Commission has disbursed €1 billion to Ukraine. This funding, provided under the €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan, is specifically earmarked to enhance the country's drone capabilities.
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