Norway plans to allocate NOK 2 billion in 2026 to finance a new package of military equipment from the US for Ukraine as part of the PURL initiative, according to the Norwegian government’s press service.
“Ukraine depends on continued military and civilian support in its struggle to defend itself against Russia. It is of great importance that several countries are coming together to provide funding to help meet Ukraine’s military needs. Norway is now joining forces with a number of other European countries to finance a military support package that will provide high-priority defense equipment for Ukraine. We are committed to providing NOK 2 billion for the package, which is being coordinated by NATO,” said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
The contact group meeting will take place ahead of the NATO defense ministers’ meeting on October 15. Several European countries are expected to coordinate their planned contributions to Ukraine, including support provided under the new Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) initiative. Norway has also contributed 1.5 billion Norwegian kroner to finance the previous support package under the PURL initiative.
“It is important that European countries stand together and continue to provide support so that together we can finance the delivery of military equipment needed by Ukraine, such as drones, artillery, and advanced air defense systems. Under the PURL mechanism, the US provides NATO with lists of available weapons and military equipment. Allies, including Norway, then contribute to financing the purchase of this equipment for Ukraine,” said Defense Minister Tor Sandvik.
NATO coordinates shipments to ensure that weapons arrive in Ukraine as quickly as possible. For security reasons, the specific contents of each package are not disclosed.
“Norway has now contributed to the financing of two such support packages, and the government will work to ensure that as many allied countries as possible participate in this important initiative to support Ukraine. The equipment arrives quickly and helps
Ukrainians defend the front line and protect critical infrastructure more effectively. Supporting Ukraine’s fight for freedom is not only important for Ukraine’s defense; it is also crucial for the defense of Norwegian and European security,” Sandvik emphasized.
