The agreements, announced by the Office of the President of Ukraine, encompass military aid, training, and economic cooperation.
Key Highlights
- Countries Involved: Czech Republic and Slovenia
- Duration: 10-year agreements
- Military and Humanitarian Aid: Continued support and cooperation in various sectors
Details of the Agreements
Czech Republic
- Military Aid: Since the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion, the Czech Republic has provided Ukraine with approximately 400 million euros in military aid. This level of support will be maintained over the next 10 years.
- Military Training: Joint annual training of about 4,000 Ukrainian military personnel within the framework of the EU Military Assistance Mission to Ukraine.
- Reconstruction Partnership: Partnership with the city of Dnipro and the Dnipropetrovsk region for recovery and reconstruction efforts.
- Diplomatic Mission: The Czech Republic will take steps to open a diplomatic mission in Dnipro to enhance cooperation and assistance.
Slovenia
- Support Continuation: Slovenia will maintain its support level throughout the ten-year agreement and promote the implementation of Ukrainian defense industry projects within the EU Mission.
- Humanitarian Aid: Allocation of 5 million euros for humanitarian aid, economic recovery, and the "Grain from Ukraine" humanitarian program.
- Defense Industry Projects: Active promotion within the EU Mission.
Support for EU and NATO Membership Both the Czech Republic and Slovenia reaffirmed their support for Ukraine's future membership in the European Union and NATO.
Background on Security Agreements
- G7 Joint Declaration: In July 2023, at the NATO summit in Vilnius, the G7 leaders agreed on a Joint Declaration to support Ukraine, each committing to specific bilateral long-term obligations and agreements in the field of security.
- Bilateral Agreements: Since the initial agreement with Great Britain, Ukraine has signed bilateral agreements with 24 countries and the European Union.
Conclusion The security agreements with the Czech Republic and Slovenia mark a significant step in bolstering Ukraine's defense and recovery efforts. These agreements not only provide substantial military and humanitarian aid but also strengthen diplomatic and economic ties, reinforcing Ukraine's path toward EU and NATO membership.
