Yermak met with a delegation from Lockheed Martin, which produces F-16 aircraft
Kyiv • UNN
Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak met with a delegation from Lockheed Martin to discuss further operation of F-16 fighter jets, increasing defense production in Ukraine through cooperation with American companies, and strengthening Ukraine's air defense system in the face of Russian attacks on critical infrastructure.
The head of the Presidential Office, Andriy Yermak, met with a delegation of the American defense company Lockheed Martin, led by its Vice President Raymond Piselli. What was discussed and what agreements were reached, Yermak reported in his telegram channel, UNN reports.
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At this meeting, special attention was paid to the future operation of F-16 fighters manufactured by Lockheed Martin and all the necessary preparatory steps.
The head of the OP emphasized that one of the priorities for our country is to increase the production of its own defense products. He added that in this process, Ukraine is counting on cooperation with American companies.
He thanked the representatives of one of the world's leading defense companies for supporting our country at this crucial moment for its independence. ... Stressed: Ukraine hopes that the U.S. House of Representatives will make an important decision on the allocation of the support package as soon as possible.
During this meeting, Yermak also spoke about the consequences of the recent shelling of Ukraine's critical infrastructure by Russia. In particular, the head of the Presidential Office emphasized the difficult situation in Kharkiv and the region. He also emphasized that our country is in dire need of strengthening its air defense.
The Ukrainian people continue to fight against the Russian invaders for their freedom and the values shared by the entire democratic world.
