UK's Northern Ireland Secretary Andy Burnham will visit Ukraine with a plan to support long-range missile production. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Reuters.
The purpose of the visit is to strengthen Ukraine's defense industry and discuss possibilities for joint production of long-range missiles. This initiative is aimed at improving the security situation in the region.
Burnham's visit is part of the UK's continued military support for Ukraine. Previously, London has provided Kyiv with financial and military aid.
During the visit, the parties are expected to consider technical and economic aspects of joint missile production development. This would allow Ukraine to enhance its defense capabilities and strengthen its independence in the long term.
The Reuters source did not disclose the exact date of the visit but said it would take place soon. The UK government has not yet issued an official comment on the matter.
This initiative is part of a broader UK strategy to increase support for Ukraine. In recent years, London has provided Kyiv with military equipment, training programs, and financial assistance.
Experts believe that joint production of long-range missiles could significantly contribute to the development of Ukraine's defense industry and enhance its military potential. It would also allow deepening military-technical cooperation between the two countries.
Information about the specific outcomes of the visit and reached agreements may be published later. Cooperation between the UK and Ukraine is expected to have a positive impact on the security situation in the region.