Overview
- The NOK 1.5 billion allocation targets electricity and heating and will be routed via the EU’s Ukraine Investment Framework under the Ukraine Facility, the first use of this channel for Norwegian support.
- President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Norway will provide about $150 million for winter gas purchases, calling it the third Norwegian energy package this year.
- Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre emphasized close coordination with Kyiv and outlined plans to continue assistance through 2026.
- Zelenskyy reported talks on air-defense systems and missiles, plus cooperation on drone and missile production and expansion of the PURL procurement mechanism.
- Norway previously announced $600 million for UAVs, electronic warfare and explosives at Ramstein, while the EU prepares an additional €100 million for winter needs and Sweden adds €35 million via the World Bank.