BAE Systems Establishes Ukrainian Base for Arms Production

UK defense giant BAE Systems has established a local entity in Ukraine and signed agreements to increase the supply of weapons and equipment to Kyiv. The move allows BAE to work directly with Ukraine to explore partnerships and potentially produce light artillery in the country. This comes as Britain has become a major defense supplier to Ukraine since the Russian invasion in February 2022. The agreements were made after Ukraine and Sweden signed a statement of intent to strengthen cooperation in the production and operation of armored vehicles. Ukraine aims to boost its military supplies and create jobs in an economy impacted by the war. BAE Systems, Europe's largest defense contractor, is already providing training and repair services to Ukraine's military.