The export of security technologies and those types of weapons with which the Defense Forces are sufficiently supplied will contribute to the survival and development of both the arms industry and the country as a whole.
This was emphasized by Ukraine’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom and former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, in an address to participants of the forum “Security Export: Ukrainian Technological Weapons in the World,” organized by the association of private arms manufacturers Technological Forces of Ukraine.
The diplomat believes that Ukraine can use arms exports not only to generate additional income but also to pave the way into future alliances and unions. This, in turn, would provide more funding to expand the state’s procurement of weapons and equipment for the Defense Forces.
“Exports should primarily be seen as a source of resources for survival and potential development. Secondly, I would recommend viewing exports as a possible source of innovation. And now speaking as an ambassador, I see the export of security technologies as a key tactic for Ukraine’s integration into future alliances and unions—primarily through the sharing of our experience,” Zaluzhnyi said.
He noted that the country’s financial and economic resources are currently very limited, and our dependence on support from international partners is absolutely evident. At the same time, Ukraine’s achievements in the field of military technologies are undeniable—and should be leveraged. The additional funds generated through exports, as well as the opportunities presented by security alliances formed with Ukraine’s involvement, will help meet the military needs of the country and support its socio-economic development.
“We must not allow the enemy to destroy our military potential before we diminish theirs. Secondly, it is vital to create systems of protection and recovery so that we can continue to develop and grow economically without interruption—even amid such a large-scale crisis,” Zaluzhnyi asserted.
