Defense cooperation
Coverage of Defense cooperation in the Nexus archive.
- Zelensky Meets Tusk in Lublin, First Poland Visit Since Diplomatic Fallout
President Volodymyr Zelensky met Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in Lublin to discuss defense cooperation, anti-ballistic missile priorities, and the protection of Ukrainian refugees in Poland. The meeting occurred after a diplomatic fallout in June over a military unit’s honorary UPA title.
- Pakistan welcomes Kuwait's recent ratification of 2023 pact to expand defence cooperation
Pakistan welcomed Kuwait's ratification of a 2023 defense cooperation agreement, marking a milestone in their longstanding partnership since the 1980s. The pact focuses on military training, joint exercises, and institutional collaboration to strengthen bilateral defense ties and regional security.
- U.S., India expanding cooperation in defence, civil nuclear sector
The U.S. and India are expanding cooperation in defense and civil nuclear sectors, including the adoption of trusted AI and other emerging technologies. U.S. Assistant Secretary of State S. Paul Kapur highlighted this during his statement.
- Zelensky Wants to Build Major Drone Factory in UK
Zelensky announced Ukraine's plan to build a major drone factory in the UK and expand defense cooperation through a new 'drone deal.' He also warned that Russia is increasing ballistic missile production and urged allies to strengthen Ukraine's air defenses.
- Sanctioning Russia is Popular in America
A bipartisan survey reveals strong US support for increased sanctions against Russia, measures targeting officials involved in abducting Ukrainian children, penalties for foreign companies trading with Moscow, and expanded US–Ukraine defense cooperation.
- India to supply Indonesia with long-range missiles
India will supply Indonesia with long-range BrahMos missiles as part of a defense cooperation agreement. The deal was announced during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's three-day state visit to Indonesia, hosted by President Prabowo Subianto, focusing on deepening ties in defense and critical minerals.
- Lebanese army commander calls on CDF Munir, discusses regional security environment
Lebanese Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief General Rodolphe Haykal met with Pakistan's Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir in Rawalpindi to discuss regional security, defense cooperation, and strengthening bilateral military relations. Both sides emphasized mutual appreciation for professional excellence and operational contributions to regional stability.
- Starmer’s EU drive put in doubt by ‘rejoin’ calls from leadership hopefuls
Starmer's EU drive faces uncertainty as leadership candidates push for rejoining the EU, affecting a summit on trade and defense cooperation. The leadership crisis is causing doubts about the summit's success and the future of UK-EU relations.
- Kazakhstan’s Turkic Relations Between Trade, Culture, and Defense
Multiple leaders of Turkic states visited Kazakhstan, where President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized their shared cultural heritage. However, Tokayev showed reluctance regarding the expansion of defense cooperation among the Turkic nations.