Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal stated during the presentation of the government's Action Program that the army will not experience abrupt reductions after the war ends. He emphasized that the military will remain the main guarantor of the state's security. 'It will be a very smooth and calculated process, and it will not be quick,' stressed Shmyhal.
This will be a very smooth and calculated process, and it will not be quick,' stressed Shmyhal.
The Minister emphasized that the well-equipped and trained Security and Defense Forces will remain a key element in protecting Ukraine, even after active hostilities cease. Negotiations about the future model of the Ukrainian army and joint funding are being conducted by the government together with international partners.
Optimal number of troops for the defense of Europe and NATO
Denys Shmyhal reported that calculations are underway to determine the optimal number of troops needed to ensure effective protection of eastern Ukraine and NATO interests. Any decision regarding the possible reduction of troops will be made prudently and solely based on calculated options.
During the presentation of the government's Action Program, the defense minister stated that the Ukrainian Defense Forces will remain an important element in ensuring the country's security, even after the war ends. He stressed that any changes in troop numbers will be made meticulously and through calculated steps, and highlighted the importance of cooperation with international partners to develop the future model of the Ukrainian army.