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Reforming Ukraine’s Security and Defense System: Focus on Professional Army and NATO Standards

Ministers and the military are shaping a strategy for reforming the security and defense system of post-war Ukraine.

After the end of the war, Ukraine will refuse to call for military service in the form in which it exists now.

About it informed Prime Minister Denys Shmygal.

“After the war, Ukraine will abandon conscription in the form it existed before the war. The basis of our defense will be a professional army. At the same time, two reserve components will be created. All those liable for military service will constantly undergo mandatory exercises in certain military specialties,”
Shmyhal said following a meeting with the participation of ministers and the military dedicated to the reform of security and defense “Ukrainian shield”.

The Prime Minister noted that the primary task is the transition to NATO standards in all aspects: from equipment and weapons to planning and analysis.

“Another component of the new Ukrainian army is the development of the military-industrial complex. Ukraine is actively increasing the production of weapons and equipment. Moreover, we are launching new programs and projects. Private business should become a full-fledged partner of the state in the military-industrial complex. A new defense procurement system will be created, which will will include active interaction with international partners and long-term budget planning”said the prime minister.

Earlier we wrote that the Armed Forces of Ukraine are becoming the second army in the world after the US Armed Forces, Ukraine’s accession to NATO is inevitable.

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Author: Mikhail Butko

2023-07-06 10:24:47


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