Zelenskyy and Merz Sign Historic Agreement on Air Defense and Software
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Kyiv and Berlin are entering a new phase of military-industrial partnership: during Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s unannounced visit to Germany, the sides signed an agreement destined to become the largest defense project in modern Europe. The deal focuses on the joint production of air defense systems, missiles, and the creation of a unique "drone pact."
On Tuesday, the President of Ukraine met in Berlin with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The cornerstone of the talks was the signing of a defense cooperation agreement. Under the document, the two nations will join forces to manufacture anti-missile systems designed to shield Ukrainian skies from aerial attacks. Furthermore, Ukraine proposed a massive "drone-deal" to Germany, covering the development of various types of UAVs, missile weaponry, and advanced military software.
Speaking at a joint press conference, Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine’s combat experience would be integrated into the broader European security framework. "Our teams are starting concrete work," the President noted, adding that the cooperation program involving drones and software would be unprecedented in its scope. Following the consultations in Berlin, the Ukrainian leader will travel to Norway for talks with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, continuing to bolster the defense coalition in Northern Europe.
Speaking at a joint press conference, Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine’s combat experience would be integrated into the broader European security framework. "Our teams are starting concrete work," the President noted, adding that the cooperation program involving drones and software would be unprecedented in its scope. Following the consultations in Berlin, the Ukrainian leader will travel to Norway for talks with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, continuing to bolster the defense coalition in Northern Europe.
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