In Kyiv, Germany's Foreign Affairs official announced a new phase of military collaboration with Ukraine. This includes potential joint production of weaponry and closer technological cooperation.
The visit involved discussions with Ukrainian officials, including President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and representatives from major German arms companies. Germany views the partnership as strategically important, leveraging Ukraine's wartime experience.
The announcement comes after a meeting between German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and President Zelenskyy, where they agreed to intensify strategic defense cooperation. The German official also visited the Solomianski district of Kyiv, which was heavily affected by recent Russian attacks.