KYIV – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Friday that his country has entered into a defense cooperation pact with Saudi Arabia, establishing a framework for upcoming military contracts, technology sharing, and investment opportunities.
The Ukrainian leader made the announcement while on an official visit to the Saudi kingdom, noting that the pact was finalized before his scheduled meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Speaking through his Telegram social media account, Zelenskyy expressed Ukraine’s willingness to collaborate with the Middle Eastern nation. “We are ready to share our expertise and systems with Saudi Arabia and to work together to strengthen the protection of lives,” the president stated.
The agreement marks another step in Ukraine’s efforts to build international partnerships amid ongoing global tensions.
