Radio National Breakfast Ukraine signs air defence deals with Gulf states
Mar 29, 2026
Oleksandr Merezhko, Ukrainian MP and chair of the Verkhovna Rada's Foreign Affairs Committee, discusses Ukraine sharing hard-won drone and missile defence know-how with Gulf states. He frames Zelensky’s visits as security partnerships. Talks cover expected economic and industrial payoffs, questions over arms transfers, and geopolitical impacts on Russian revenue and regional tensions.
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Ukraine Sells Air Defence Expertise
- Ukraine positions itself as a practical security partner by exporting drone and air-defence expertise gained in four years of war with Russia.
- Oleksandr Merezhko says Ukraine will share high-tech military experience and even specialists to help Gulf states defend against Iranian drone attacks.
Deals Target Investment And Political Support
- Ukraine expects these deals to bring investment, joint ventures, and economic networking alongside possible political support against Russia.
- Merezhko frames the agreements as mutually valuable, boosting Ukraine's defence industry while strengthening Gulf capabilities.
Submit Defence Deals For Parliamentary Ratification
- Do review and ratify the defence agreements through Ukraine's parliament so they become actionable and transparent.
- Merezhko notes MPs expect the President to submit texts for parliamentary consideration and ratification soon.