Sweden is allocating 4.8 billion Swedish kronor (about $264m) to boost Ukraine’s defence capabilities, the support is part of the 19th aid package submitted this year.
As Report reports with reference to New voice, this was reported in the Swedish Defence Ministry.
It is noted that on 22 May, the government decided to instruct the Swedish Armed Forces to make financial contributions to multilateral funds and initiatives aimed at strengthening Ukraine’s defence capability. The total amount of the donations is about 4.8 billion Swedish kronor.
‘These payments will make Ukraine’s Armed Forces and defence industry stronger in defence against Russia,’ Defence Minister Paul Unson said.
These include contributions to several coalitions of capabilities within the Ukrainian Defence Contact Group.
Sweden has also agreed a further contribution to the ‘Danish model’ of arms procurement. The government has now decided to make an additional contribution of more than SEK 1bn. In addition, the government has decided to allocate SEK 418 million for the purchase of equipment to support the build-up of Ukraine’s ground combat capabilities, such as armoured vehicles.
