The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is interested in cooperation within the framework of the European Union Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO). Now the Ukrainian side is considering the possibility of attracting the Program to certain projects. This was discussed during the meeting of the Minister of Defense of Ukraine Andriy Taran with the Head of the EU Delegation to Ukraine Matti Maasikas. The Journalist reports citing the press center of the Ministry of Defense.
Andriy Taran noted that the defense department is ready to further expand cooperation with the EU in all areas, taking into account the European and Euro-Atlantic guidelines of Ukraine, laid down in the Constitution.
To this end, the defense department continues to implement a comprehensive defense reform aimed at strengthening the capabilities of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and achieving the criteria for membership in the North Atlantic Alliance.
In addition, the Minister briefed foreign representatives on the current security in the area of the Joint Forces operation. In this context, the Minister noted that despite constant violations of the agreements by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian side adheres to its obligations.
Andriy Taran expressed gratitude to the EU representatives for the consistent support of Ukraine, including for comprehensive measures to provide assistance to the regions affected by Russian aggression.
The Minister of Defense of Ukraine congratulated Colonel Algirdas Norkus (Republic of Lithuania) on his appointment as the EU military representative in Ukraine and expressed hope for further mutually beneficial cooperation.
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