The President Discussed with Heads of Investment Funds and Business Associations the Expansion of Ukraine’s Defense Industry Capabilities and the Opening of Weapons Export[...]

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In Kyiv, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with heads of international and Ukrainian investment funds and business associations participating in the Third Defense Industries Forum.

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The Head of State thanked the companies and countries they represent for their continued support.

"We count on the continuation of support for Ukraine. I believe this is one of the new directions for us, where we can see real growth in cooperation and in Ukraine's defense industry. According to our estimates, in 2026, the potential production of drones and missiles alone will amount to USD 35 billion," said Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Participants of the meeting reaffirmed their readiness to increase investment in Ukrainian weapons manufacturing to enable Ukraine to strengthen its defense capabilities and drive further development. Representatives of investment funds and business associations also presented proposals to boost investment, which, as the Head of State assured, will all be worked through.

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The discussion focused in particular on expanding research and innovation, as well as spurring the development of new types of weaponry.

The President noted that Ukraine possesses expertise and technologies it is ready to share with partners and is interested in joint production.

Special attention was given to our country's readiness to open weapons export platforms in Europe, the United States, and other regions. At the same time, Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of safeguarding these technologies.

"It is very important for me that all these technologies remain protected. That is why we call this a controlled export," the Head of State noted.

The meeting was attended by representatives of ADS Group, AHK Ukraine, Defence Builder, Darkstar, Baryon Investment Fund, MITS Capital, East Office of Finnish Industries, US-Ukraine Business Council, D3 Venture Capital, Double Tap Investments, Resist.UA, UA1, Angel One Fund, United Tech Assets, and Invest in Bravery.