Denmark’s parliament unanimously backed a new military aid package for Ukraine, the 32nd, worth around €645 million. The package includes air defense systems, drones and ammunition for F-16 fighter jets.
The decision was announced during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Copenhagen, where he addressed lawmakers in the Folketing. The lawmakers gave him a standing ovation.
Members of the Danish parliament give Ukraine’s president a standing ovation during his address in the Folketing.
Meetings with political parties and businesses
Zelensky also met with Folketing Speaker Henrik Frandsen and representatives of 12 political parties. He said the unity of the Danish parliament demonstrated strong political support for Ukraine. The president also met with representatives of around 70 Danish companies that said they were ready to invest in the Ukrainian economy.
Denmark had previously allocated 2.1 billion Danish kroner, or more than €281 million, to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense, including support for F-16 fighter jets. During the visit, Zelensky also said that Ukraine hopes to test the first European FREYJA missile defense system this winter. The system is being developed together with Danish partners.
Photo and video: Folketing broadcast