Schoof stated that €700 million from this package would be allocated for drone acquisitions, partly aimed at strengthening Ukraine’s defense industry. He discussed this investment with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy following their recent meeting in London.
📞: Good to have the chance to talk just now with President @ZelenskyyUa about developments in Ukraine following Sunday’s meeting in London. Among other things we discussed a Dutch investment package worth €700 million for drones, aimed partly at Ukraine’s defence industry. The… pic.twitter.com/AdgzYbGrNP
— Dick Schoof (@MinPres) March 5, 2025
Reaffirming the Netherlands' commitment to Ukraine, Schoof reiterated his country’s political, military, financial, and moral backing. "The Netherlands will keep backing Ukraine in its struggle against Russian aggression," he said.
The Dutch pledge comes amid growing uncertainty over future U.S. aid to Ukraine, prompting European nations to reaffirm their support. In this context, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosted a summit on Sunday with European leaders to discuss Ukraine and broader international security matters following his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.
As part of these efforts, European leaders agreed to formulate a Ukraine peace plan to present to Washington. French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking to Le Figaro, revealed that the proposal includes a one-month ceasefire that would apply to air and sea attacks while excluding ground combat.
With Western leaders seeking to sustain Ukraine’s defensive capabilities, the Netherlands' financial commitment underscores Europe's continued efforts to support Kyiv amid ongoing hostilities with Russia.
