The Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine has signed a cooperation agreement with the Ministry of Defense of Norway through the Brave-Norway program. This program aims to support startups in the field of unmanned systems and defense technologies.
Ukraine will be represented through the defense tech cluster Brave1, while Norway will be represented by the Norwegian Defense Research Establishment (FFI). The memorandum envisages cooperation for one year but may be extended. The budget for the program will amount to 20 million euros, divided equally between the countries. The funds sent by Norway will be used for the development of technologies for testing in Ukraine and may be utilized by the Armed Forces.
Details about the start of the program's implementation are currently being discussed, and it is expected that it will be launched by the end of 2025. This cooperation is important for strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities and joint work with a leading European country in this field.
Comments and feedback on the cooperation between Ukraine and Norway in the field of defense innovations are evidence of the gradual development of cooperation between the countries in this area. The exchange of knowledge and technology can significantly enhance Ukraine's defense capabilities and foster friendly relations between the countries.