Denmark will, on behalf of the EU, manage the distribution of six billion kroner to Ukraine, sourced from the interest earned on frozen Russian assets.
These funds will be allocated to support military operations through Ukraine’s defense industry. Denmark has been instrumental in this effort, taking the lead in helping Ukraine develop a more robust defense sector.
“We have led the international initiative by implementing ‘the Danish model’ for procurement via the Ukrainian defense industry,” stated Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen (V) in a press release.
In 2024, EU member states agreed to utilize the interest income from frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine, which has been under full-scale invasion by Russia for three years.
The contributions include military supplies such as ammunition, air defense systems, and other equipment produced by Ukraine’s defense industry.
Denmark stands out as one of the largest contributors relative to its population, and Minister Poulsen expressed pride in the EU Commission’s recognition of Denmark’s role in disbursing these funds.
“It is truly remarkable that we now have the chance to enhance this initiative on behalf of the EU. This is a testament to Denmark’s commitment, as EU member states will channel even more resources through us this year,” said Poulsen.
Donations through the Ukrainian defense industry not only strengthen production capabilities but also ensure lower costs and quicker responsiveness to Ukraine’s needs. Furthermore, this approach provides the Ukrainian military with familiar equipment that can be easily maintained.
“This presents clear logistical advantages while we continue to build up Ukraine’s defense industry. We can now expand this effort significantly,” noted Poulsen.
In 2024, Denmark was the first country to begin financing donations from the Ukrainian defense industry through the Ukrainian government.
The Danish Ministry of Defense facilitated donations totaling approximately 4.4 billion kroner to the Ukrainian defense industry on behalf of other nations in 2024, with expectations to more than double that amount in 2025.













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