Germany may join Ukraine's Brave1 defense program, says Pistorius
The German federal government is considering joining Ukraine’s Brave1 defense innovation program and deepening its long-term partnership in the defense industry.
This was stated by German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius following a roundtable discussion in Berlin dedicated to strengthening German-Ukrainian cooperation in the security sector.
“We have moved away from purely situational support for Ukraine and are increasingly building a structured and long-term partnership with Ukraine,” he emphasized.
According to the minister, such cooperation is mutually beneficial for both sides. Germany sees significant potential in the joint development of the defense industry, particularly given Ukraine’s high level of innovation.
Pistorius emphasized that Ukrainian technologies are created and refined directly in combat conditions, which ensures “impressive innovative capacity and speed.”
He also noted that Germany is gaining valuable experience in innovative thinking, procurement, and working with short technology cycles.
“We continue to strategically support the creation of joint ventures in the defense industry,” the minister added.
As part of the cooperation, plans include identifying promising technological areas and flagship projects for joint research, development, and weapons production.
“The federal government also intends to favorably consider joining the Ukrainian Brave1 program,” Pistorius noted.
According to him, deeper cooperation in the industrial sector will play a key role during future visits to Ukraine.
Germany is strengthening its cooperation with Ukraine in the defense sector and adopting its experience in developing modern military technologies that are tested directly in combat conditions. This was stated by German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.
Germany recently transferred three cogeneration units to Ukraine for the Chernihiv region, which are intended to ensure a stable supply of heat and electricity. This equipment will be able to meet the needs of tens of thousands of residents and the city’s critical infrastructure.
Germany is expanding its military exchange program and actively involving Ukrainian instructors with real combat experience in the training of Bundeswehr units to adapt its army to the conditions of modern warfare. Ukrainian military personnel are already working at key training schools and passing on practical skills gained on the front lines.
