Norway pledges €47.9 Million in drones and air defense systems for Ukraine.

On September 3, 2024, Norway announced a new contribution to Ukraine, allocating NOK 570 million (€47.9 million) for drones and air defense systems. This effort is part of a broader initiative involving the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Lithuania, and Norway. It is coordinated through the British-led International Fund for Ukraine (IFU), which facilitates the procurement of military equipment for Ukraine. Norway has contributed a total of NOK 1.8 billion (€151.2 million) to this fund since 2022, while other countries, including Denmark, Sweden, Australia, New Zealand, and Iceland, have brought the total commitment to over NOK 12.5 billion (€1.05 billion).
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Norway already donated 850 Black Hornet Nano drones, jointly purchased with the UK, and 1,000 new drone kits to Ukraine, alongside 3 Aeryon SkyRanger R60s and 10 DJI Mavic 2/3s provided by Veteran Aid Ukraine. (Picture source: 116th Mechanized Brigade)

The Norwegian Minister of Defense, Bjørn Arild Gram, stated that Norway, together with other countries, would contribute what they could to meet Ukraine's urgent need for more military equipment in response to the Russian war of aggression. Norway's contributions through the IFU have included air defense systems, mine-clearing equipment, artillery ammunition, transport vehicles, engineering vehicles, pavers, spare parts, and equipment for maintaining Ukrainian platforms and small boats. The funding for these contributions comes from the Nansen program.

Norway's support for Ukraine is outlined in a multi-year program for 2023 to 2027, totaling NOK 75 billion (€6.3 billion), with an annual distribution of approximately NOK 15 billion (€1.26 billion). This assistance is intended to support both Ukraine and neighboring countries affected by the conflict, such as Moldova. For 2024, NOK 22 billion (€1.848 billion) has been allocated under the Nansen Support Programme, including NOK 8.5 billion (€714 million) for civilian and humanitarian support and NOK 13.5 billion (€1.134 billion) for military support.

Details of Norway's 2024 humanitarian and civilian support include NOK 2.55 billion (€214.2 million) for humanitarian aid, NOK 3 billion (€252 million) directed to Ukraine’s government administration through the World Bank's Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Trust Fund, NOK 1.1 billion (€92.4 million) for securing electricity in Ukraine, and NOK 100 million (€8.4 million) allocated for nuclear safety measures via the Norwegian Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority. Additionally, NOK 350 million (€29.4 million) is earmarked for Moldova, while NOK 70 million (€5.88 million) is set aside for a new grant scheme to support Ukrainian civil society organizations.

In 2023, Norway provided approximately NOK 19.9 billion (€1.671 billion) in total support to Ukraine, including the delivery of 8 Leopard 2A4 main battle tanks. (Picture source: Norwegian MoD)

In 2023, Norway provided approximately NOK 19.9 billion (€1.671 billion) in total support, including around NOK 8.9 billion (€747.6 million) for civilian and humanitarian aid and NOK 11 billion (€924 million) for military assistance. Civilian support was distributed through institutions such as the World Bank and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, while humanitarian aid was delivered via the United Nations, the Red Cross Movement, Norwegian humanitarian organizations, and the EU's Civil Protection Mechanism. Additionally, NOK 520 million (€43.68 million) was allocated for civilian aid to Moldova, and NOK 180 million (€15.12 million) supported Ukrainian refugees in Poland, Romania, and other European Economic Area countries.

The military support in 2023 included NOK 10 billion (€840 million) through the Nansen program and NOK 1 billion (€84 million) outside of it. The military aid provided by Norway includes NASAMS air defense systems valued at NOK 335 million (€28.14 million), various artillery systems, multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS), tanks, mine-clearing systems, and artillery hunting radars (Arthur), among other equipment. Norway also contributed to training programs for Ukrainian soldiers, including Explosive Ordnance Disposal training, and participated in various multinational efforts to enhance Ukraine's military capabilities.

In 2022, Norway provided NOK 10.7 billion (€898.8 million) to Ukraine, with civilian and humanitarian support totaling approximately NOK 6.3 billion (€529.2 million). This included NOK 2.6 billion (€218.4 million) through the United Nations, the Red Cross, Norwegian and international humanitarian organizations, and the EU's Civil Protection Mechanism. Additionally, Norway supported gas purchases for Ukraine, reconstruction efforts, and nuclear safety initiatives, and extended assistance to Ukrainian refugees in neighboring countries.

Norway's military support in 2022-2023 amounted to around NOK 4.4 billion (€369.6 million), with NOK 3 billion (€252 million) allocated for military equipment, training, and contributions to international funds managed by NATO, the EU, and the United Kingdom. This support included anti-tank weapons, artillery vehicles, missile systems, and other equipment, alongside training and logistical aid for Ukrainian forces. Norway also supported training for Ukrainian soldiers in Great Britain and contributed to the EU Military Assistance Mission for Ukraine.

The military aid provided by Norway includes NASAMS air defense systems valued at NOK 335 million (€28.14 million), various artillery systems, multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS), tanks, mine-clearing systems, and artillery hunting radars (Arthur), among other equipment. (Picture source: Norwegian MoD)