More than 90% of what Denmark does in terms of support for Ukraine is related to weapons and defense equipment, this is a prerequisite for Ukraine’s survival as a nation, Danish Ambassador to Ukraine Ole Egberg Mikkelsen said.
“Denmark has been very active in terms of supporting Ukraine with defense equipment and weapons. I usually say that we do three things in Ukraine: weapons, weapons and weapons,” he said while speaking to the media on the margins of the U-Lead with Europe event on Tuesday.
At the same time, the ambassador stressed that Denmark also implements important civilian programs.
“But more than 90% of what Denmark does in Ukraine is related to weapons and defense equipment. And this, of course, is a prerequisite for Ukraine’s survival as a nation. If you are not armed, you cannot survive. This is very important for Denmark,” the diplomat emphasized.
And in addition, he recalled the implementation of the “Danish model” of support for Ukraine’s defense industry, which actually finances the purchase of weapons and defense equipment directly from Ukrainian manufacturers.
“And it turned out to be very, very innovative and very effective. This is something that we want to continue because we want Ukraine to stand firmly on its feet, including when it comes to weapons and defense equipment. And you have a huge potential,” the diplomat said.
