Ukraine recently showcased its latest military innovations to foreign partners, aiming to foster international collaboration in defense.
Held at an undisclosed military training facility in Ukraine, the event featured domestically built weapons, including the Stuhna anti-tank missile system and the Bohdana self-propelled artillery.
Kyiv also presented new armored vehicles, unmanned ground platforms, mine clearance vehicles, and one-way attack drones designed to penetrate deep into enemy territory.
Ukrainian Deputy Defense Minister Dmytro Klimenkov emphasized the urgency of investing in Ukraine’s defense industry, given the stark disparity in weaponry with invading Russian forces.
“We have one-of-a-kind advancements that have already undergone combat testing and perfected by our developers to a specific standard,” he noted. “We welcome arms manufacturers and investors worldwide to collaborate with us in bolstering our defense capabilities collectively.”
Ukraine did not disclose the identities or number of international companies in attendance.
600 New Models of Weapons
Last week, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine announced that in the first nine months of the year, over 600 new models of domestically built weapons were approved for operation.
This marks a significant rise from last year’s total of 244.
Among the newly approved military assets is the TAHA amphibious vehicle, designed to operate across diverse terrain.
Additional approved products include communication systems, ground robotic platforms, armored vehicles, and electronic warfare systems.
“We are currently working on several key projects that will further enhance our firepower. However, I cannot disclose details at this time, as discretion is required on these matters,” defense ministry official Ivan Havryliuk stated.
Joint Drone Action Plan
Coinciding with the recent demonstration, the Netherlands has agreed to enter into a “joint drone action plan” with Ukraine.
As part of the initiative, Amsterdam will allocate 400 million euros ($439 million) for the production of advanced unmanned aerial systems.
“This concerns all kinds of advanced drones that can be used for reconnaissance, defense, and attack. Particularly in the air, but also on land and at sea,” Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans explained.
Production will take place in both countries, ensuring rapid development while supporting local manufacturers in Kyiv.