Defense has less and less military equipment to give away to Ukraine. That is why the ministry is investigating the possibilities of buying more military resources for the Ukrainians, Minister Kajsa Ollongren and State Secretary Christophe van der Maat wrote to the House of Representatives on Tuesday. It is also being examined whether Kyiv’s requests can be met with other countries.
The Netherlands has been supplying arms to Ukraine since the country was attacked by Russia more than three months ago. Initially, the Ministry of Defense mainly supplied lighter equipment, but for some time now it has also involved heavier equipment such as armored vehicles and howitzers. More than 100 million euros worth of military goods have already gone to Ukraine.
The deliveries have had no consequences for the preparedness of the armed forces, the ministers said. Defense supplied equipment that was surplus or would be disposed of.
In addition, items from stocks were sent, provided they could be replenished in time. The possibility of supplying military equipment to Ukraine from its own stocks is decreasing over time.
The Netherlands will continue to support Ukraine, Ollongren and Van der Maat emphasize in the letter to parliament. “The cabinet considers it as important to contribute to Ukrainian self-defence.”
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