WorldUkraine's defense industry gets a second chance

Ukraine inherited the Soviet Union’s second-largest defense industrial complex, but much of its capacity disappeared within a generation. It is now rebuilding the sector from the bottom up through private investment and open competition. More than 1,000 companies operate in the industry, which produced $13.1 billion in 2025. The country must decide whether defense technology and talent spill into civilian life or remain sealed within a closed system.

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TThe Kyiv Independent★★★☆☆2026-09-28 17:59Original