UAH 225 billion allocated for localisation of arms production in Ukraine: this is the main goal of the Ministry of Defence in 2024

Defense Minister Rustem Umerov participated in the a British-Ukrainian conference, where he called on British defense companies to receive feedback from Ukrainian defenders, using the opportunity to test samples in combat conditions. The minister also announced about Kyiv's interest in direct agreements with British manufacturers, but also emphasized that the main goal should be to localize arms production in Ukraine.

This was reported by UNN, referring to the press service of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine.

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Defense Minister of Ukraine Rustem Umerov of Ukraine Rustem Umerov on December 15 On December 15, Rustem Umerov took part in the British-Ukrainian Defense Industry Conference, in Kyiv.

During the the conference, he noted that the key goal of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine for for the next year should be the localization of arms production.  

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During his speech, the speech, the Defense Minister also emphasized that the UK is one of Ukraine's largest partners and allies of Ukraine; Umerov thanked the United Kingdom for all all the weapons that allowed Ukraine to survive the first days of the full-scale invasion of Russian invaders, and continues to help liberate Ukrainian lands today. today.

The Minister of Defense emphasized that the defense ministry is interested in direct deals with British manufacturers, and called on British defense companies to use the opportunity to to test samples in combat, receiving quick feedback from Ukraine's defenders, which would also help to ensure transparent and effective cooperation.

We are interested in direct agreements with British manufacturers, ready to sign long-term contracts

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