Denmark allocates new $634 Million military aid to support Ukraine.

On April 25, 2024, Denmark decided to increase its military support to Ukraine by allocating an additional 4.4 billion Danish kroner (about $634 million) for the year 2024. This decision was reached with the consensus of a broad majority in the Danish Parliament, including the government, the Danish Democrats, the Liberal Alliance, the Conservatives, the Radicals, and the Danish People's Party.
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Since the commencement of the Russian invasion, Denmark has furnished nearly $6 billion in military aid to Ukraine, including various weaponry, and the training of Ukrainian soldiers. (Picture source: Denmark MoD)

This increment raises the total funding of Denmark’s Ukraine Fund from 2023 to 2028 to 64.8 billion kroner (almost $6 billion). The funds are designated for various forms of military assistance, including the procurement of weapons, military equipment, and training initiatives. These efforts will include acquisitions from both Danish and international defense industries for donation to Ukraine, and will also explore direct procurement from Ukrainian defense industries, with the stipulation that these dealings include appropriate control mechanisms.

The additional funding for 2024 has been structured to proceed without counterbalancing financing, described as a discretionary fiscal expansion within Denmark's financial policy framework. The structural balance adjustment for 2024 and the projected impact on Denmark's public net wealth and net interest income from 2024 to 2027 are planned to be managed without requiring offsetting funding.

Furthermore, any funds from the increased allocation that remain unused will be adjusted in supplementary budget laws for each corresponding fiscal years, ultimately reverting to the state treasury. There are also expected financial returns from these military donations through reimbursements from the European Peace Facility, which are intended to be reinvested in additional military support for Ukraine.

Since the start of the Russian invasion, Denmark has provided a comprehensive package of military aid to Ukraine, which includes a diverse array of weaponry and support equipment. This assistance encompasses air defense assets, notably 407 Stinger anti-aircraft missiles, along with equipment for multilateral air defense systems, surface-to-air missiles, and various other anti-aircraft and thermal devices. Maritime support is also part of the aid, featuring Harpoon coastal defense systems, RHIB boats, and a range of mine-clearance equipment such as demining hoses and bomb disposal robots. Moreover, Denmark has participated in the joint procurement of Zuzana-2 and CAESAR artillery systems and has supplied a variety of artillery munitions, including shells and rockets.

The support extends to armored and mechanized units, with over 100 Leopard 1 tanks and 14 Leopard 2 tanks, among other vehicles like CV90 and BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicles, being part of the deliveries. These come with necessary ammunition, spare parts, and maintenance support. The aid package also includes logistical and non-combat items such as Toyota Landcruisers, generators, field hospitals, and winter equipment. In addition to material support, Denmark has provided financial assistance through contributions to international funds supporting Ukraine and strategic procurement of non-lethal material via the NATO Support & Procurement Agency. This detailed support package covers a wide spectrum of military and auxiliary resources aimed at enhancing Ukraine's defensive and operational capabilities.

Denmark is also engaged in multiple international coalitions organized under the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG), a forum led by the United States that coordinates global military support for Ukraine with participation from over 50 countries. These coalitions focus on specific areas of military support, including air force, artillery, maritime security, mine clearance, drones, and information technology. The structure of these coalitions is intended to streamline efforts and enable more focused military assistance, promoting sustained support and shared financial contributions to enhance Ukraine's defense capabilities.

Among the prominent coalitions, Denmark is actively involved in several key initiatives. The country leads the international Air Force coalition, in partnership with the Netherlands and the USA, which primarily aims to develop a capable Ukrainian Air Force, starting with the integration of F-16 fighter jets. Denmark also takes part in the artillery coalition, led by France and the United States, to improve Ukraine's artillery capacities. Beyond these, Denmark contributes to other vital sectors such as maritime capabilities, land-based air defense, drone technology, demining, and cyber defense. Through these coalitions, Denmark is seeking to strengthen different aspects of Ukraine’s military infrastructure and defensive capabilities.