Kateryna Mykhalko discusses Ukrainian defense industry's European prospects

Kateryna Mykhalko, who has led the European DefenceTech alliance New Age Defence (NAD) since February, believes that Ukrainian defense companies require more than just combat-proven products to successfully compete in Western markets. Mykhalko, formerly director of "Technological Forces of Ukraine," discussed the unique characteristics of the European DefenceTech sector and the evolving defense industry within the European Union. She noted that drones are often perceived as "weapons for the poor." Her insights highlight the challenges and opportunities for Ukraine's defense sector as it seeks integration and competitiveness in the broader European landscape.

Sources: Forbes Ukraine