“During his visit to Kyiv on January 12, 2026, Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Bart Eide officially confirmed plans to integrate Ukrainian missile technologies into the Norwegian air defense system NASAMS. This is written by European Truth. Such a decision is aimed at solving the critical problem of shortage and high cost of standard American missiles (AIM-120 AMRAAM), which are currently”, — write on: ua.news
During his visit to Kyiv on January 12, 2026, Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Bart Eide officially confirmed plans to integrate Ukrainian missile technologies into the Norwegian air defense system NASAMS.
This is written by European Truth.
Such a decision is aimed at solving the critical problem of shortage and high cost of standard American missiles (AIM-120 AMRAAM), which are currently the main type of ammunition for this SAM. The Norwegian company Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace has already started the process of creating a joint venture on the territory of Ukraine, which will allow the production of hundreds of cheaper and more efficient missiles every month.
The new cooperation strategy is based on a combination of Ukrainian experience in the development of air-to-air guided missiles and Norwegian high-tech components and control systems. This partnership aims not only to meet the immediate needs of the Armed Forces, but also to make Ukraine a part of the global supply chain for all users of NASAMS systems in the world. In addition to the missile project, Norway and Ukraine have already agreed to launch a pilot line for the production of strike and reconnaissance drones in 2026, which will become part of the “Build with Ukraine” initiative.
Espen Bart Eide also emphasized that Norway is additionally allocating 500 million dollars to the PURL American arms procurement program to support Ukraine’s defense capabilities during possible diplomatic negotiations. According to the minister, investments in the Ukrainian defense industry are the most profitable and fastest way to strengthen European security, since Ukrainian manufacturers already have unique combat experience in modernizing Western systems for the realities of modern warfare. It is expected that the first samples of integrated Ukrainian interceptors will enter combat duty by the middle of 2026.
Earlier we wrote that Norway is planning a “substantial” increase in aid to Ukraine. The amount has not yet been determined, it will be discussed in the near future.
We will also remind you that in Norway it is proposed to extend collective protection for Ukrainians from 3 to 5 years.
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