This legislative proposal is now set to be sent to the Romanian parliament for emergency adoption.
Key Details:
Government Approval: The Romanian government's decision was announced by its press secretary, Mihai Konstantin, citing Digi24. The draft law will amend Law 222/2017, which originally facilitated Romania's purchase of seven Patriot systems from the United States.
Parliamentary Process: The draft law is expected to be fast-tracked through parliament. Once passed, it will enable the Romanian government to formalize the transfer of one Patriot system to Ukraine. This transfer is part of Romania's commitment to supporting Ukraine's defense efforts.
Patriot System Details: Romania purchased seven Patriot systems in the 3+ configuration from the United States for nearly $4 billion. Four of these systems have already been delivered, with two currently operational. The remaining three are expected to arrive in Romania shortly.
Background: Romania's decision to transfer a Patriot system to Ukraine was first made in June 2024. The Romanian Ministry of Defense recently submitted the draft law to parliament to formalize this commitment.
NATO Support: Ukraine's allies within NATO, including Romania, have pledged to provide seven air defense systems. However, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba recently noted that some of these promised systems are facing delays.
This move by Romania underscores its commitment to supporting Ukraine amid ongoing hostilities and highlights the collaborative efforts within NATO to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities.
