President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has met with Norway’s Defence Minister Torge O. Sandvik, who arrived in Ukraine for his first go to since taking workplace in February.
Supply: President’s Workplace, as reported by European Pravda
Particulars: Zelenskyy thanked the Norwegian authorities for its substantial navy support, which has been elevated to US$7 billion this yr. He expressed hope that this degree of assist can be maintained in 2025.
Zelenskyy and Sandvik mentioned investments within the manufacturing of Ukrainian-made weapons, together with long-range missiles and drones, in addition to scaling up joint defence manufacturing.
Different key matters included strengthening Ukraine’s air defences and enhancing fight plane capabilities. The president thanked Norway for offering F-16 fighter jets.
Zelenskyy additionally highlighted the significance of supplying NASAMS air defence programs and missiles to guard crucial civilian infrastructure from Russian assaults.
He expressed gratitude to Norway for its power help through the winter and for allocating funds for the acquisition of imported gasoline.
The Norwegian defence minister reaffirmed continued assist for Ukraine and burdened the significance of creating defence capabilities in each nations.
Background:
- Norway and Ukraine are collectively coaching drone operators in Trøndelag as a part of Operation Gungne.
- Since April 2025, Norway has formally joined the drone coalition for Ukraine.
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