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EU and Ukraine Launch €14B BraveTech Initiative for Defense

7/12/2025

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The European Commission and Ukraine have unveiled BraveTech EU, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at bolstering defense innovation and collaboration. By linking Ukraine's BRAVE1 platform with EU resources, this partnership promises to fuel joint projects and funding. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reaffirmed her commitment to Ukraine, announcing a €14 billion reconstruction fund and direct procurement from its defense sector.

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The European Commission and Ukraine have unveiled BraveTech EU, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at bolstering defense innovation and collaboration. By linking Ukraine's BRAVE1 platform with EU resources, this partnership promises to fuel joint projects and funding. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reaffirmed her commitment to Ukraine, announcing a €14 billion reconstruction fund and direct procurement from its defense sector.