Norway will allocate approximately $1.2 billion for the purchase of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and autonomous systems for Ukraine as part of a broader $8.8 billion aid package this year.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre announced the details of the financial support.
"As Ukraine enters the fifth year of full-scale war, it is vital that Ukraine receives the necessary military support to continue its defense. Of the total $8.8 billion, $7.3 billion will be allocated to military support, including the purchase of drones, while $1.5 billion is designated for civilian assistance," the Prime Minister noted.
The Prime Minister emphasized that the Ukrainian authorities are best positioned to identify their specific requirements. "Following active consultations with the Ukrainian government, the Norwegian government has decided on the allocation of military aid for 2026. The funds will be directed to areas that will have the greatest impact for Ukraine," he added.
Norway has been one of the consistent contributors to Ukraine's defense through the Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine, a multi-year assistance framework. This latest commitment underscores the Nordic nation's long-term strategy to bolster Kyiv's defense capabilities against ongoing regional security challenges. The focus on autonomous systems and UAVs reflects the evolving nature of the conflict, where technological superiority and aerial surveillance have become critical components of modern territorial defense.
