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Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal today in Stockholm signed a Letter of Intent on partnership in the field of defense innovation with Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson.
This was reported in a post on the Telegram channel of the head of the Ukrainian defense ministry.
The document opens new opportunities for attracting Swedish investments and technologies to the development of the Ukrainian defense industry. It also provides momentum for developing new formats of cooperation and “will contribute to Ukraine’s integration into the European innovation and industrial space”.
Denys Shmyhal thanked Sweden for its consistent support since the beginning of the war with the Russian aggressor. During this period, Ukraine has received more than 9 billion dollars in assistance from the Swedish people. Importantly, this support will continue. Sweden has announced the allocation of approximately 8 billion dollars in 2026 and 2027 for military assistance to Ukraine.
“We are grateful for joining the PURL initiative. We value participation in the ‘Danish model,’ which made it possible to deliver 400 deep-strike drones to the Armed Forces of Ukraine”, — the minister noted.
Denys Shmyhal discussed with Pål Jonson the development of Ukraine’s air capabilities — primarily the potential supply of Swedish Gripen fighter jets.
“I proposed considering the possibility of joint development of surface-to-air missile interceptors and joint production of radars. Special attention was given to opportunities for strengthening Ukraine’s air defense. We would be grateful for the provision of additional missiles for our systems. I thank friendly Sweden for always standing by us!” — he concluded.
