Poroshenko calls on EU to urgently scale up modern weapons production
Member of the Ukrainian parliament and leader of the European Solidarity party Petro Poroshenko, speaking at the Political Assembly of the European People's Party (EPP) in Toulouse, called on European partners to urgently scale up production of modern weapons to counter Russian aggression.
Ukrainian politician Petro Poroshenko urged the European Union to rapidly expand its modern weapons production at the Political Assembly of the European People's Party in Toulouse. Poroshenko, leader of the European Solidarity party, argued that Ukraine's modernity is not merely a defensive buffer for Europe but a lifeline for rebuilding the nation's defense industry and transforming its economy into a wartime footing.
The politician lamented the Ukrainian people's sacrifices on the battlefield. According to Poroshenko's party spokesman, Russia maintains an advantage in military production volume and is ramping up the output of attack drones and missiles. Poroshenko emphasized that the war's outcome relies not solely on technological edge but also on the capability to surge weapons production.
Defeating Russia demands more than mere survival; it necessitates surpassing the adversary in production, a goal not solely Ukraine's responsibility but a collective European endeavor. Poroshenko also advocated for enhanced European and transatlantic cohesion, heightened sanctions against Russia, and establishing a joint defense-industrial base encompassing the United States, Europe, and Ukraine.
The politician underscored the importance of fortifying Ukraine's internal resilience by upholding democracy, the rule of law, and continuing reforms amidst the conflict. Poroshenko highlighted that democracy during wartime is not a luxury but a source of strength. He also stressed the significance of accelerating Ukraine's European integration and insisted that a comprehensive and unconditional ceasefire must precede achieving a just and enduring peace.
The European People's Party, the largest political association in the European Union, comprises parties and partner organizations from 43 countries. The European Solidarity party holds associate member status within the EPP.
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