European Commission chief arrives in Kyiv to strengthen military cooperation and long-term security ties
KYIV: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Kyiv on Wednesday, announcing that the European Union will soon introduce new measures aimed at deepening cooperation between the European and Ukrainian defence industries.
Speaking upon her arrival in the Ukrainian capital, von der Leyen said the initiative would further strengthen defence production, enhance industrial collaboration and reinforce Europe’s long-term commitment to Ukraine’s security.
The visit comes as the European Union continues to expand its political, military and economic support for Ukraine amid ongoing regional security challenges. European officials have repeatedly stressed that closer defence cooperation remains a central pillar of the bloc’s strategy to bolster Ukraine’s resilience and improve its ability to meet future security needs.
Defence cooperation to enter new phase
According to von der Leyen, the European Commission is preparing to announce fresh initiatives designed to integrate the defence manufacturing sectors of EU member states and Ukraine more closely.
The proposed measures are expected to encourage joint production, improve technology sharing and strengthen supply chains for defence equipment. European officials believe greater industrial coordination will increase production capacity while enhancing the continent’s overall defence readiness.
Although von der Leyen did not immediately disclose specific details of the upcoming package, she indicated that the announcement would mark another significant step in the EU’s evolving security partnership with Ukraine.
Support for Ukraine remains a priority
Meanwhile, the European Union has continued to reaffirm its commitment to supporting Ukraine through financial assistance, military aid and institutional cooperation.
Officials have consistently emphasized that integrating Ukraine more closely with European defence structures will help strengthen regional stability while supporting the country’s long-term security objectives.
Von der Leyen’s visit also highlights the EU’s continued political backing for Kyiv as both sides work to expand cooperation across multiple sectors, including defence manufacturing, technology development and strategic planning.
The European Commission is expected to provide further details on the proposed defence industry initiatives during meetings with Ukrainian leaders, with both sides seeking to deepen collaboration and reinforce their long-term strategic partnership.
