The countries participating in the "drone coalition" for Ukraine have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, establishing a joint fund of 45 million euros. According to a joint statement published on the UK government portal, this fund will enable joint procurements for the rapid and effective supply of drones to Ukraine.
"As of today, the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Latvia, New Zealand, and Sweden have pledged over 45 million euros to the joint fund, with additional contributions expected," the statement reads.
The coalition plans to deliver one million FPV drones to Ukraine. Its members are also working on providing Kyiv with reconnaissance, strike drones, AI-powered drones, and anti-drone capabilities.
"Within the coalition, we will seek joint procurement initiatives aimed at utilizing and expanding national industrial capacities," the statement emphasizes.
The countries participating in the "drone coalition" have also called on other nations to join their funding efforts.