Norway to Provide $7 Billion in Defense Aid to Ukraine in 2026
Norway has pledged to allocate $7 billion in defense assistance to Ukraine next year, further cementing Oslo’s position among Kyiv’s most consistent security partners.
The Gaze reports this, referring to a post by Ukraine's Minister of Defense Denys Shmyhal.
The announcement was made by Norwegian Defense Minister Tore O. Sandvik during a meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart, Denys Shmyhal, who arrived in Oslo to attend a gathering of defense ministers from the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) – a format in which Ukraine will participate for the first time.
According to Shmyhal, the package will focus on strengthening Ukraine’s defense capabilities, including air-defense systems and joint industrial cooperation.
Following the talks, both ministers signed a memorandum establishing unified quality standards for defense products manufactured or supplied under bilateral agreements.
In a parallel step, Ukrainian and Norwegian defense companies signed another agreement to launch a joint production facility in Ukraine aimed at boosting local manufacturing of military equipment.
“We discussed with a colleague the priority needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the strengthening of air defence. Ukraine is ready to share experience in countering enemy drones. A separate topic is the enhancement of long-range capabilities. Norway’s long-term commitment demonstrates not only military support but also deep trust in Ukraine’s defense industry,” Shmyhal said after the meeting.
As The Gaze previously reported, Norway is allocating an additional 1.5 billion Norwegian kroner (around $150 million) to bolster Ukraine’s energy sector ahead of its fourth wartime winter, working closely with the EU to ensure reliable electricity and heating for Ukrainian citizens.