Minister of Defence of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal comments on increase in spending on decurity and defense
Ukraine Government
Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, posted 21 October 2025 16:06
Spending on security and defense will increase by UAH 324.7 billion in 2025. The Verkhovna Rada has adopted the relevant amendments to the State Budget of Ukraine.
"This financial resource will address our priority needs for this year. Over UAH 156 billion will be allocated for monetary support and additional remuneration for service members. Nearly UAH 108 billion will be spent on materiel support for military units, procurement of weapons and ammunition — including drones — and support for the defense industry," stated Minister of Defence of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal.
In addition, the funds will be used to fulfill the state's social obligations to defenders and their families.
The Minister of Defence thanked Members of Parliament for their support of this important decision.
"We are strengthening national defense capability, fostering innovation within the Defence Forces, scaling up the defense industry, and ensuring stable payments to service members," emphasized Denys Shmyhal.
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