The European Union's recent $440 million funding for Ukraine's arms industry reflects a shift in strategy to aid its war efforts while exposing its own production limitations.
A European diplomat emphasized, 'There's a realization that Europe is not capable of producing the weapons that Ukraine needs,' suggesting a pivot towards enabling Ukrainian production.
Ian Lesser pointed out that investing in Ukraine's arms sector 'provides more flexibility' and enhances Ukraine's capacity to produce weapons efficiently.
Lesser also mentioned, 'None of this is going to replace the large-scale provision of Western manufactured arms to Ukraine,' underscoring ongoing reliance on Western support.
The remarks highlight a broader goal: 'the progressive integration of Ukraine into Western defense industrial supply chains,' indicating a strategic long-term partnership.
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