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MINISTER OF DEFENCE TROELS LUND POULSEN VISITED UKRAINE ON THE THIRD ANNIVERSARY OF RUSSIA’S FULL-SCALE INVASION

Three years after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen visited the capital, Kyiv, where he met with Ukraine’s Defence Minister Rustem Umerov. During the visit, the minister disclosed the details about Denmark’s 24th aid package, which will contribute to the establishment of a Ukrainian brigade in cooperation with the Nordic and Baltic countries.
When 25.02.2025

“Ukrainians continue to fight relentlessly against Putin’s brutal attacks. That’s why it’s crucial for Denmark to keep demonstrating its support for Ukraine. With the Danish Defence Intelligence Service’s updated threat assessment, it has become even clearer that Europe must strengthen its support for Ukraine while also reinforcing its own defences. If we waver, we give Russia the upper hand. That would be a great loss—not just for Ukraine, but for all of Europe. Beyond increasing our support, it is essential that we send a clear message: Ukraine’s future must be decided by Ukraine itself, including its potential membership in NATO and the EU,” said Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen.

With this latest aid package, Denmark has so far committed 55.5 billion DKK in support of Ukraine since Russia’s full-scale invasion. According to a recent NATO report, Denmark ranks among the largest contributors in the alliance when measuring military aid to Ukraine as a percentage of GDP.

“For three years, Ukraine has fought heroically—not just for its own country, but for Europe’s security. Now, Europe must back up its words with even more action, take greater responsibility for its own security, and increase support for Ukraine. We must put Ukraine in a position of strength. Denmark, along with the Nordic and Baltic countries, understands this well. We are doing our part and urge other European nations to step up their support for Ukraine—now,” said Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen.

Content of Aid Package XXIV

The 24th aid package includes financial support to help build a Ukrainian brigade in cooperation with the Nordic and Baltic countries, deliveries of artillery shells, and funding to support Ukraine’s air force.

“The establishment of a Ukrainian brigade is crucial for Ukraine’s fight for freedom. In light of the escalating security situation, the unity of the Nordic and Baltic countries sends a strong signal—it demonstrates that we continue to stand side by side with the Ukrainians,” said Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen.

As part of Denmark’s ongoing defence initiatives, Minister Poulsen has also discussed the need for increased innovation in the defence sector during his visit to Kyiv. Denmark’s defence industry has strong potential to contribute to this effort.

“Ukraine is increasingly requesting support for innovation in areas experiencing rapid technological development. The Danish defence industry has significant expertise in key areas, and we must take advantage of that. At the same time, we need to gain firsthand experience with these technologies—something the Danish armed forces are already well underway with,” said Minister Poulsen.